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Planning in Foots Cray

Approved
86%
92 of 101 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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Around Foots Cray

Postcode districts

DA14 248 applications in the last 12 monthsBR5 313 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 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.

Property prices in Foots Cray show an average sale price of £399,800, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Foots Cray 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 Foots Cray a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Foots Cray has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Foots Cray 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 Foots Cray, 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, 146 planning applications were submitted near Foots Cray. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 72 days.

The most common types were outline applications (16), full planning applications (14), discharge of conditions (11).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Foots Cray?
In the last 24 months, 146 planning applications were submitted near Foots Cray. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near Foots Cray?
The average planning decision time near Foots Cray is 72 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 Foots Cray?
The planning approval rate near Foots Cray is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Foots Cray?
The most common type of planning application near Foots Cray is outline applications, with 16 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Foots Cray?
You can search and track planning applications near Foots Cray on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.