Orpington, Bromley - Greater London Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Orpington, Bromley - Greater London.
Bromley - Greater London · England · Town
Planning applications in Orpington are administered by London Borough Of Bromley. View the full London Borough Of Bromley planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Orpington
Orpington is a vibrant town located in the London Borough of Bromley, Greater London, situated 13.4 miles (21.6 km) southeast of Charing Cross and near the Kent border. Its strategic location and community amenities make it a key area for planning applications and development opportunities.
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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 037A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Orpington.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Orpington.
- 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 Orpington based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
582 planning applications found near Orpington.
- - 82 STAPLETON ROAD, ORPINGTON, BR6 9TN
Replacement of existing fence with fencing and hedges
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-07-01
View full details - - 61 THE RIDGE, ORPINGTON, BR6 8AQ
Demolition of existing outbuilding and chimneys and construction of single storey side/rear extension with raised patio, balustrade and steps to lower ground, part garage conversion and first floor si
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-06-22
View full details - - 13 TUBBENDEN LANE, ORPINGTON, BR6 9PN
Construction of rear outbuilding for use incidental to the enjoyment of the dwelling house.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-06-18
View full details - - CROFTON ROMAN VILLA, CROFTON ROAD, ORPINGTON, BR6 8AF
Non-material amendment application under S96a of the Town and Country Planning Act to planning permission reference 25/03463/FPA to allow for addition of retractable awning and fixed tables, addition
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-06-18
View full details - - CROFTON ROMAN VILLA, CROFTON ROAD, ORPINGTON, BR6 8AF
Removal of existing signs to east and west elevations and display of 2 no. wall-mounted non-illuminated panel signs (east and west elevations) and painted mural sign to south elevation.
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-06-03
View full details - - CROFTON ROMAN VILLA, CROFTON ROAD, ORPINGTON, BR6 8AF
Details submitted to comply with the requirements of the following conditions relating to planning permission 25/03463/FPA: Condition 4 - Details of the proposed public act/mural
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-05-14
View full details - - 5 TOWER ROAD, ORPINGTON, BR6 0SG
Single storey rear extension with rear steps and elevational alterations.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-04-28
View full details - - 48 HILLVIEW ROAD, ORPINGTON, BR6 0SF
Retention of single storey and part first floor rear extensions with alterations to roof and erection of rear dormer with Juliet balcony and roof lights, raised patio to rear and outbuilding to rear g
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-04-28
View full details - - 54 STATION ROAD, ORPINGTON, BR6 0SA
Non-material amendment application under S96a of the Town and Country Planning Act to planning permission reference: 20/00946/FULL1: slight minor changes to the window frames from Aluminium to PVC fra
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-04-23
View full details - - 14 RIDGEWAY CRESCENT GARDENS, ORPINGTON, BR6 9QH
Ground floor rear extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-04-21
View full details - - Foreland, Tower Road, Orpington, BR6 0SQ
Demolition of the existing chimneys and conservatory. Construction of a single storey front porch, a part one/two storey front extension, part one/two storey rear extension with light lantern, convers
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-04-14
View full details - - 84 STAPLETON ROAD, ORPINGTON, BR6 9TN
Garage conversion to habitable space, part one/two storey rear extension, elevational alterations.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-04-13
View full details - - 6 THORPE CLOSE, ORPINGTON, BR6 9RG
Proposed side infill extension, garage roof and elevational alterations and associated landscaping works
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-04-07
View full details - - 82 STAPLETON ROAD, ORPINGTON, BR6 9TN
Erection of front, side and rear boundary fence. LAWFUL DEVELOPMENT CERTIFICATE (PROPOSED)
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-04-02
View full details - - CROFTON ROMAN VILLA, CROFTON ROAD, ORPINGTON, BR6 8AF
Details submitted to comply with the requirements of the following conditions relating to planning permission 25/03463/FPA: Condition 3 - Construction Logistic Plan
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-03-24
View full details - - 26 RUSKIN DRIVE, ORPINGTON, BR6 9RR
Demolition of existing garage. Single storey side and rear extension with roof lantern. Alterations to fenestration including relocation of side entrance door to front elevation.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-03-19
View full details - - 3 ROSEBERRY GARDENS, ORPINGTON, BR6 9QE
Single storey side and rear extension, and new flat roof to existing garage
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-03-19
View full details - - 8 MAXWELL GARDENS, ORPINGTON, BR6 9QS
Demolition of existing shed and erection of a part one/two storey rear/side extension, front porch and elevational alterations including rendering.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-03-18
View full details - - 31 STATION ROAD, ORPINGTON, BR6 0RZ
Demolition of existing garage and chimney. Single storey front porch extension. Two storey side and rear wrap around extension and elevational alterations. Loft conversion incorporating two side dorme
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-03-18
View full details - - 17 SOUTHCROFT ROAD, ORPINGTON, BR6 9QG
Non-Material Amendment to previous planning permission ref 25/04884/HPA: Change to roof lanterns
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-03-09
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A brief summary of Orpington in Bromley - Greater London
Orpington is a vibrant town located in the London Borough of Bromley, Greater London, situated 13.4 miles (21.6 km) southeast of Charing Cross and near the Kent border. Its strategic location and community amenities make it a key area for planning applications and development opportunities.
Property prices in Orpington 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 Orpington a particularly low-crime area.
Orpington has 4 conservation areas within its boundaries: The Priory, Orpington, The Covert, Petts Wood, Farnborough Village, Broomhill, Orpington. 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 Orpington includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Crofton Woods SSSI; 2 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, Orpington 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 Orpington
In the last 24 months, 357 planning applications were submitted near Orpington. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 71 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 Orpington.
The average decision period of 71 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Orpington were full planning applications (212), outline applications (67), tree works (27). Full planning applications account for 59% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 11 medium-scale applications, 346 smaller schemes were submitted. The absence of major applications suggests the area is primarily characterised by smaller-scale improvements and extensions rather than large new developments.
12 planning appeals were lodged, of which 5 were allowed and 7 were dismissed (42% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 250 applications
- Refused: 60 applications
- Withdrawn: 1 application
- Awaiting decision: 46 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.