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Planning in Lessness Heath

Approved
87%
237 of 266 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

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

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Around Lessness Heath

Postcode districts

DA17 125 applications in the last 12 monthsDA8 236 applications in the last 12 monthsDA7 305 applications in the last 12 monthsSE2 233 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 Lessness Heath

Lessness Heath is a district located within the London Borough of Bexley, specifically in the Belvedere area. This suburban locale offers a mix of residential and green spaces, making it a relevant area for those interested in planning applications related to housing and development within Greater London.

Property prices in Lessness Heath show an average sale price of £354,920, 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 Lessness Heath a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Lessness Heath 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 Lessness Heath, 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, 350 planning applications were submitted near Lessness Heath. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 77 days.

The most common types were outline applications (27), discharge of conditions (19), tree works (12). 9 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Lessness Heath?
In the last 24 months, 350 planning applications were submitted near Lessness Heath. The approval rate is 87%.
How long do planning decisions take near Lessness Heath?
The average planning decision time near Lessness Heath is 77 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 Lessness Heath?
The planning approval rate near Lessness Heath is 87%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Lessness Heath?
The most common type of planning application near Lessness Heath is outline applications, with 27 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Lessness Heath?
You can search and track planning applications near Lessness Heath on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.