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Planning in Erith

Approved
82%
263 of 310 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

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

Decided by London Borough of BexleyCouncil page

Around Erith

Postcode districts

DA8 236 applications in the last 12 monthsDA7 305 applications in the last 12 monthsDA17 125 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: London Borough of Bexley

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About Erith

Erith, located in south-east London, is approximately 13.3 miles east of Charing Cross and has been part of the London Borough of Bexley since the formation of Greater London in 1965. Previously within Kent, Erith is situated on the south bank of the River Thames, bordered by Bexleyheath to the south-west and Dartford to the north-east, making it a key area for planning applications in the region.

Property prices in Erith show an average sale price of £356,030, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Erith 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 (May 2026). This makes Erith a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Erith has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Erith 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 Erith, 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, 417 planning applications were submitted near Erith. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 74 days.

The most common types were outline applications (22), discharge of conditions (19), full planning applications (11). 11 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

5 planning appeals were lodged, of which 3 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (75% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Erith?
In the last 24 months, 417 planning applications were submitted near Erith. The approval rate is 82%.
How long do planning decisions take near Erith?
The average planning decision time near Erith is 74 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 Erith?
The planning approval rate near Erith is 82%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Erith?
The most common type of planning application near Erith is outline applications, with 22 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Erith?
You can search and track planning applications near Erith on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.