Foots Cray, Bexley - Greater London Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Foots Cray, Bexley - Greater London.
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About Foots Cray
Foots Cray is a residential area in South East London, situated within the London Borough of Bexley. Historically part of Kent until 1965, it lies to the southeast of Sidcup, north of Orpington, and northwest of Swanley, making it a strategically located suburb for those considering planning applications in the region.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Bexley
- Parliamentary constituency: Old Bexley and Sidcup
- LSOA: Bexley 027B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Foots Cray.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Foots Cray.
- Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
- Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
- Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
- Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
- Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
- Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
- Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
- Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)
Planning Activity Summary
Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Foots Cray based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
12 planning applications found near Foots Cray.
- - PORSCHE CENTRE SOUTH LONDON, EDGINGTON WAY, SIDCUP, DA14 5BN
G1 Silver Birch Group - Reduce overhang from neighbouring third party Silver Birch group along western boundary by 2-3m. Crown lift to 4.5m. SUBJECT TO TPO 1297 (28.6.1996)
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-04-28
View full details - - Land To The Front And Rear Of River House 1 Maidstone Road Sidcup Kent DA14 5RH
Application to approve details of condition 6 (Sustainable Drainage) pursuant to application 25/01333/FULM for Erection of a detached building to provide a storage and distribution facility (Class B2
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Bexley | Date: 2026-04-27
View full details - - Mannat 28 Palm Avenue Sidcup Kent DA14 5JG
Lawful Development Certificate (Proposed) to allow office use in connection with mini cab office bookings ancillary to the existing dwelling.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Bexley | Date: 2026-03-05
View full details - - 4 Cray Buildings Foots Cray High Street Sidcup Kent DA14 5HL
Application to approve details of condition 3 (petrol/oil interceptors) pursuant to application 24/02920/FUL for Change of use from existing Car wash (Class E) to MOT servicing Centre (Class B2).
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Bexley | Date: 2026-01-12
View full details - - 4 BROOK VILLAS, SEVENOAKS WAY, ORPINGTON, BR5 3JD
Demolition of front boundary wall. Extend metal gates across boundary with number 3 to frontage. Conversion of garage into habitable accommodation. Front porch extension and single storey rear extensi
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Bromley | Date: 2025-11-14
View full details - - Unit 1 Five Arches Business Estate Maidstone Road Sidcup Kent DA14 5AE
Application to approve details of condition 2 (Traffic Generation) pursuant to application 24/01922/FUL for Application under Section 73 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 to vary conditions 2
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Bexley | Date: 2025-05-06
View full details - - 5 Orchard Villas Cray Road Sidcup Kent DA14 5DJ
Lawful Development Certificate (Proposed) for the erection of two single storey rear extensions.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Bexley | Date: 2025-04-18
View full details - - London Borough Of Bromley Unit 2B Klinger Trade Park Edgington Way Sidcup DA14 5AF
Neighbouring Borough Consultation for: The change of use of Unit 2b, Klinger Trade Park to allow use classes E(g) iii, B2, B8 and B8 including trade counter.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Bexley | Date: 2024-12-13
View full details - - 4 Cray Buildings Foots Cray High Street Sidcup Kent DA14 5HL
Change of use from existing Car wash (Class E) to MOT servicing Centre (Class B2)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bexley | Date: 2024-12-02
View full details - - Heather Court 6 Maidstone Road Sidcup Kent DA14 5HH
Application to approve details of condition 7 (Noise) pursuant to application 20/00657/PRIOR for Notification for Prior Approval for the proposed change of use from B1(a) Office to Class C3 Residentia
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Bexley | Date: 2024-04-24
View full details - - Unit 1, Helix Logistics Park, Edgington Way, Sidcup, DA14 5BN
Display of advertisement signs:1x illuminated fascia sign,5x non-illuminated fascia signs.(ADVERTISEMENT CONSENT)
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: Bromley | Date: 2024-02-05
View full details - - 15 Mount Culver Avenue Sidcup Kent DA14 5JW
Erection of part one / part two side and rear extension and conversion of roof space involving alterations to existing roofline, including a dormer extension at rear with Juliet balcony and rooflights
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Bexley | Date: 2023-11-29
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A brief summary of Foots Cray in Bexley - Greater London
Foots Cray is a residential area in South East London, situated within the London Borough of Bexley. Historically part of Kent until 1965, it lies to the southeast of Sidcup, north of Orpington, and northwest of Swanley, making it a strategically located suburb for those considering planning applications in the region.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Foots Cray a particularly low-crime area.
Foots Cray has 7 conservation areas within its boundaries: Chislehurst, Old Forge Way, North Cray Village, High Beeches, Foots Cray, St Paul's Cray, The Green. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Foots Cray includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Ruxley Gravel Pits SSSI; 4 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
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Planning Activity in Foots Cray
In the last 24 months, 44 planning applications were submitted near Foots Cray. Of these, 70% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.
This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Foots Cray.
At 58 days on average, decisions near Foots Cray slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Foots Cray were full planning applications (14), outline applications (14), discharge of conditions (8). Full planning applications account for 32% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 42 smaller schemes were submitted.
Nearby Towns
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- St Paul's Cray planning applications
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- Hockenden planning applications
Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.