Keston, Bromley - Greater London Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Keston, Bromley - Greater London.
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About Keston
Keston is a picturesque village located in the London Borough of Bromley, Greater London, straddling the boundary between suburban and rural landscapes. Nestled on the edge of Hayes Common and south of Bromley Common, it features the quaint hamlet of Nash to the southwest. The northern area, known as Keston Mark, offers a blend of residential living and green spaces, making it an attractive area for potential planning applications.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £1,000,946 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Bromley
- Parliamentary constituency: Bromley and Biggin Hill
- LSOA: Bromley 018C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Keston.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Keston.
- 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 Keston based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
18 planning applications found near Keston.
- - THE GREYHOUND, 4 COMMONSIDE, KESTON, BR2 6BP
Display of the following advertisement signs: 1 x externally illuminated freestanding double sided sign (Sign A) 1 x externally illuminated fascia sign (Sign B) 3 x external light (Sign C) to illumina
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-04-21
View full details - - 7 ROLINSDEN WAY, KESTON, BR2 6HY
Demolition of existing conservatory and erection of single storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-04-14
View full details - - MORVEN, HEATHFIELD ROAD, KESTON, BR2 6BB
T1 Leyland Cypress on front boundary - Reduce overall height by up to 1.5m, shaping remaining canopy into a tight compact shape. T2 Maple on front left hand boundary (neighbouring Bromley council stre
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-04-14
View full details - - 85 HEATHFIELD ROAD, KESTON, BR2 6BB
Small Conifer - Section fell. SUBJECT TO TPO BB4 1958
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-04-09
View full details - - 11 PHOENIX DRIVE, KESTON, BROMLEY, BR2 8HS
Single storey front porch extension with pitched roof over garage
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-03-10
View full details - - HURSLEY, KESTON AVENUE, KESTON, BR2 6BH
Single storey front extension with garage conversion to form a habitable space and elevational alterations
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-03-10
View full details - - TREVES, LEAFY GROVE, KESTON, BR2 6AH
Demolition of front porch and rear conservatory and construction of a two storey rear extension and first floor/roof extension to include raising of ridge height, front and rear gables and front, side
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-02-25
View full details - - 51A HEATHFIELD ROAD, KESTON, BR2 6BB
T1 Damson tree in rear garden – Remove stubs on tree. Cut back to main branch and carry out a 15% thin to the crown. Reduce crown shape by approx. 1.5m in length from height and left-hand side. (Leave
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-02-11
View full details - - 7 ROLINSDEN WAY, KESTON, BR2 6HY
Conversion of garage into habitable space with elevational alterations. Addition of first floor side extension over existing garage
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-01-19
View full details - - 3 GREYS PARK CLOSE, KESTON, BR2 6BD
Demolition of garage/side and rear extensions. Construction of single storey open front porch, two storey side and part single part two storey rear extension. Roof alterations to include increase in r
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Bromley | Date: 2025-12-22
View full details - - Mellivora, 27A Commonside, Keston, BR2 6BP
Conversion of the existing garage to habitable accommodation, installation of two external air conditioning units (one to each side of the property), and elevational alterations (REVISED DESCRIPTION)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bromley | Date: 2025-11-11
View full details - - 23 HEATHFIELD ROAD, KESTON, BR2 6BG
T1 Honey Locust in rear garden - Reduce the height and radial spread of the canopy by up to 1.5m, maintaining a natural shape and remove major deadwood. Crown lift lower canopy to 3m from ground level
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Bromley | Date: 2025-10-23
View full details - - 3 THE DALE, KESTON, BR2 6HW
Non-material amendment application under S96a of the Town and Country Planning Act to planning permission reference 25/03184/HPA to remove apex window on right hand gable to rear elevation to replace
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Bromley | Date: 2025-08-23
View full details - - CASTRA KESTONIS, 67 FOX LANE, KESTON, BR2 6AL
Non-material amendment application under S96a of the Town and Country Planning Act to planning permission reference 24/03890/FULL1 to add a second vehicular entry/exit to the site.
Status: Rejected | Type: Amendment | Council: Bromley | Date: 2025-08-13
View full details - - 3 GREYS PARK CLOSE, KESTON, BR2 6BD
Demolition of garage/side and rear extensions. Construction of single storey open front porch and two storey side and rear extension. Roof alterations to include increase in ridge height, 2 x part hip
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Bromley | Date: 2025-07-16
View full details - - 25, St Audreys, Commonside, Keston, BR2 6BP
Cotinus tree removal
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Bromley | Date: 2025-06-16
View full details - - The Greyhound, 4 Commonside, Keston, BR2 6BP
Ash at rear, adjacent to footpath - Fell.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Bromley | Date: 2024-01-31
View full details - - 14 The Dale, Keston, BR2 6HW
Single storey front, side and rear extension, incorporating garage conversion and new attached garage, first floor rear extension, alterations to roof including front and rear dormers and elevational
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Bromley | Date: 2023-10-17
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A brief summary of Keston in Bromley - Greater London
Keston is a picturesque village located in the London Borough of Bromley, Greater London, straddling the boundary between suburban and rural landscapes. Nestled on the edge of Hayes Common and south of Bromley Common, it features the quaint hamlet of Nash to the southwest. The northern area, known as Keston Mark, offers a blend of residential living and green spaces, making it an attractive area for potential planning applications.
Property prices in Keston show an average sale price of £1,000,946, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Keston a particularly low-crime area.
Keston has 5 conservation areas within its boundaries: Nash, Keston Village, Hayes Village, Bromley, Hayes and Keston Commons, Keston Park, Farnborough. 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 Keston includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Keston and Hayes Commons SSSI; 16 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Keston 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.
Planning Activity in Keston
In the last 24 months, 34 planning applications were submitted near Keston. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.
This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Keston maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.
At 62 days on average, decisions near Keston slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Keston were full planning applications (14), tree works (11), amendments (3). Full planning applications account for 41% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- Nash planning applications
- Keston Mark planning applications
- Hayes planning applications
- Leaves Green planning applications
- Bromley Common planning applications
- Coney Hall planning applications
- Locksbottom planning applications
- Southborough 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.