Search Downe planning applications
18 applications on record · within 1 km of the centre of Downe · updated daily · London Borough of Bromley
Only 1 application in the last 90 days, so this shows every one we hold.
- Stoney Croft, North End Lane, Downe, Orpington, BR6 7HQAwaiting decisionErection and continued use of detached outbuilding within rear garden. LAWFUL DEVELOPMENT CERTIFICATE (EXISTING)Lawful development: Existing useReceived 9 Nov 202626/04364/LDC
- Downe Livery Stables, High Elms Road, Downe, Orpington, BR6 7JLAwaiting decisionDetails submitted to comply with the requirements of the following conditions relation to planning permission 22/03417/FULL1: Condition 5 - Road Safety Audit - Stage 2 Condition 24 - FloodlightingApproval of details reserved by a conditionReceived 6 Jul 202622/03417/CON2
- Downe Hall Stables, High Elms Road, Downe, Orpington, BR6 7JLAwaiting decisionFell x3 Sycamores on the northern edge of a woodland and x2 Sycamores in open pasture. SUBJECT TO TPO OUDC 7 1951Consent under Tree Preservation OrdersReceived 1 Jul 202626/02689/TPO
- Downe Primary School, High Elms Road, Downe, Orpington, BR6 7JNApprovedNT11, Sycamore - Reduce faulted limbs/stems by 5m. Remove faulted branch/limbs, extensive missing bark and associated surface decay. 4278, Norway Maple - Reduce crown by 4m, weak main fork union, with included bark, at 2m and extensive squirrel damage to major limbs. 4974, Cherry - Reduce faulted limbs/stems by 3m, weak fork union at 3.5m. NT3, Horse Chestnut - Reduce eastern side of crown by 4m, Very large eastern, lateral limbs overhanging prefabricated classroom. 4271, Himalayan Tree-Cotoneaster - Reduce height by 2m and eastern side of crown by 3m. 4274, Black Elder - Reduce crown by 2.5m, heavy bias/weighting northeast.Notification of proposed works to trees in a conservation areaReceived 3 Jun 202626/02237/TCA
- 5 Rookery Villas, Rookery Road, Downe, Orpington, BR6 7JQApprovedT1 Sycamore - Cut back by approx. 10-15m. T3 Sycamore - Remove. SUBJECT TO TPO 1790 (2.2.2001)Consent under Tree Preservation OrdersReceived 14 Apr 202626/01659/TPO
Planning in Downe
- Approved
- 67%
- 8 of 12 decided
- Decision time
- about 11 weeks
- on average
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Downe in the last 24 months, from London Borough of Bromley's planning register.
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Around Downe
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BR6 585 applications in the last 12 months
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Planning authority: London Borough of Bromley
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About Downe
Downe is a historic village situated in the London Borough of Bromley, Greater London, previously part of Kent until 1965. Nestled beyond the urban sprawl of London, the village is notable for being the residence of naturalist Charles Darwin, who lived in Down House for forty years until his death in 1882. This tranquil setting may be of interest for planning applications related to conservation and development in a region rich in history and natural beauty.
There are currently no active flood warnings for the Downe area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.
In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Downe a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Downe has 11 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Downe planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.
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In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near Downe. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 78 days.
The most common types were tree works (4), discharge of conditions (3), full planning applications (1).
2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate).