Locksbottom, Bromley - Greater London Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Locksbottom, Bromley - Greater London.
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Planning applications in Locksbottom are administered by London Borough Of Bromley. View the full London Borough Of Bromley planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Locksbottom
Locksbottom is a suburb of Orpington in the London Borough of Bromley, Greater London, situated south of Bromley Common and bordered by Crofton to the east, Farnborough to the northwest, and Keston to the east. Previously part of Kent until 1965, this area is well-defined geographically, making it a relevant location for planning applications and development opportunities within the borough.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £486,008 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Bromley
- Parliamentary constituency: Orpington
- LSOA: Bromley 032E
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Locksbottom.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Locksbottom.
- 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 Locksbottom based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
33 planning applications found near Locksbottom.
- - 13 THE GLEN, ORPINGTON, BR6 8LP
Installation of 4no. air conditioning units on flank elevations at ground floor level
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-07-06
View full details - - FARFIELD, 43 PARK AVENUE, FARNBOROUGH, ORPINGTON, BR6 8LH
First floor rear extension over part of existing rear single storey extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-06-23
View full details - - 17 BIRCH MEAD, ORPINGTON, BR6 8LT
Proposed demolition of the existing outbuilding and construction of a replacement outbuilding
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-06-10
View full details - - 26 MEADOW WAY, ORPINGTON, BR6 8LW
Purple Plum (T74a) - Reduce height by approximately 2m and radial spread by approximately 1.5m. Crown lift to 3m over driveways, remove epicormic and deadwood and rebalance as required. Small dead Che
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-06-08
View full details - - 57 GRASMERE GARDENS, ORPINGTON, BR6 8HF
Demolition of existing store and construction of single storey side extension and part one/two storey rear extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-06-03
View full details - - 21 THE GLEN, ORPINGTON, BR6 8LP
Single storey rear extension LAWFUL DEVELOPMENT CERTIFICATE (PROPOSED)
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-06-02
View full details - - 11 GLYNDEBOURNE PARK, ORPINGTON, BR6 8EX
Outbuilding to rear of garden
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-05-05
View full details - - 9 MEADOW WAY, ORPINGTON, BR6 8LN
Demolition of detached garage, rear extensions and chimneys. Two storey front, side and rear extensions, with elevational alterations including rendering and fenestration changes. Roof alterations to
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-04-20
View full details - - CROFTWAYS, 34 PARK AVENUE, FARNBOROUGH, ORPINGTON, BR6 8LH
T165 Scots Pine T165 with heavily imbalanced crown and stem lean, overhanging roadway - Reduce upper crown branch spread to east over road by approximately 3.5m and reduce height by approximately 2m t
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-04-15
View full details - - 31 THE GLEN, ORPINGTON, BR6 8LP
Horse Chestnuts (T51 & T52) on grass verge - Reduce height of each tree by approximately 3m and radial spread by up to 2m (reducing over extended branches as necessary to create balanced crown shape a
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-03-31
View full details - - Westwood, Sunnydale, Orpington, BR6 8LZ
Part one/two storey side/rear extensions, garage conversion to habitable space, roof alterations including garage roof and elevational alterations.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-03-26
View full details - - HAWTHORNE HEDGES, WOOD WAY, ORPINGTON, BR6 8LS
Dead/dying Goat willow - Remove.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-03-17
View full details - - 8 PARK AVENUE, FARNBOROUGH, ORPINGTON, BR6 8LL
Outdoor swimming pool in rear garden along the edge of existing patio.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-03-03
View full details - - 8 PARK AVENUE, FARNBOROUGH, ORPINGTON, BR6 8LL
Outdoor gazebo structure in rear garden attached to existing detached plant room.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-03-03
View full details - - 57 Grasmere Gardens, Orpington, BR6 8HF
Demolition of existing store and construction of single storey side extension and part one/two storey rear extension.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-02-24
View full details - - 17 ROSE DALE, ORPINGTON, BR6 8LD
Single storey rear extension and elevational alterations
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-02-23
View full details - - 11 GLYNDEBOURNE PARK, ORPINGTON, BR6 8EX
Outbuilding to rear of garden
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-02-19
View full details - - PARK AVENUE, FARNBOROUGH, ORPINGTON
Horse Chestnut (T200) - Reduce height by approximately 2m and radial spread by approximately 1.5m. Rebalance crown on completion. Excavations by UKPN in November 2025 identified signs of historical ro
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-02-19
View full details - - 7 ROSE DALE, ORPINGTON, BR6 8LD
Single storey front extension incorporating porch alterations, garage conversion, and pitched roof. Part one/two storey rear extension with rear roof alterations from flat to pitched and elevational a
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-02-03
View full details - - 4 PONDFIELD ROAD, ORPINGTON, BR6 8HJ
Demolition of existing side extension. Double storey side extension, ground floor rear extension and elevational alterations. Roof alterations to incorporate front and rear dormers and side dormer ext
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-01-29
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A brief summary of Locksbottom in Bromley - Greater London
Locksbottom is a suburb of Orpington in the London Borough of Bromley, Greater London, situated south of Bromley Common and bordered by Crofton to the east, Farnborough to the northwest, and Keston to the east. Previously part of Kent until 1965, this area is well-defined geographically, making it a relevant location for planning applications and development opportunities within the borough.
Property prices in Locksbottom show an average sale price of £486,008, 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 Locksbottom a particularly low-crime area.
Locksbottom has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Farnborough Park, Farnborough Village, 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 Locksbottom includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Crofton Woods SSSI; 11 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, Locksbottom 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 Locksbottom
In the last 24 months, 68 planning applications were submitted near Locksbottom. Of these, 84% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.
This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Locksbottom maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.
The average decision time of 55 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Locksbottom were full planning applications (32), tree works (14), outline applications (13). Full planning applications account for 47% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 21 applications
- Refused: 4 applications
- Awaiting decision: 43 applications
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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.