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Planning in Elmers End

Approved
80%
162 of 197 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Elmers End in the last 24 months, from London Borough of Bromley's planning register.

Decided by London Borough of BromleyCouncil page

Around Elmers End

Postcode districts

BR3 488 applications in the last 12 monthsSE25 227 applications in the last 12 monthsSE20 115 applications in the last 12 monthsCR0 1,004 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: London Borough of Bromley

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About Elmers End

Elmers End, situated in the London Borough of Bromley, Greater London, is a vibrant area in south-east London that historically belonged to Kent. Nestled south of Beckenham and bordered by Eden Park to the west and Monks Orchard to the north, it offers a unique blend of urban convenience and suburban charm, making it a noteworthy location for planning applications.

Property prices in Elmers End show an average sale price of £514,629, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Elmers End a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Elmers End has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Elmers End 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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To comment on or object to a planning application near Elmers End, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 254 planning applications were submitted near Elmers End. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 65 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (77), outline applications (49), discharge of conditions (13).

7 planning appeals were lodged, of which 3 were allowed and 4 were dismissed (43% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Elmers End?
In the last 24 months, 254 planning applications were submitted near Elmers End. The approval rate is 80%.
How long do planning decisions take near Elmers End?
The average planning decision time near Elmers End is 65 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.
What is the planning approval rate near Elmers End?
The planning approval rate near Elmers End is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Elmers End?
The most common type of planning application near Elmers End is full planning applications, with 77 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Elmers End?
You can search and track planning applications near Elmers End on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.