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Planning in St Mary Cray

Approved
78%
153 of 191 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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Around St Mary Cray

Postcode districts

BR5 313 applications in the last 12 monthsBR6 585 applications in the last 12 monthsTN16 218 applications in the last 12 monthsBR2 356 applications in the last 12 monthsBR3 488 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: London Borough of Bromley

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About St Mary Cray

St Mary Cray is a suburb of Orpington in the London Borough of Bromley, located 13 miles southeast of Charing Cross. Once a market town in Kent, it offers a mix of residential development and local amenities, making it a relevant area for planning applications and community projects. Its proximity to Orpington enhances its appeal for potential developments.

Property prices in St Mary Cray show an average sale price of £486,008, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the St Mary 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 St Mary Cray a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around St Mary Cray has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, St Mary 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 St Mary 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, 235 planning applications were submitted near St Mary Cray. Of these, 78% were approved, with an average decision time of 71 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (101), outline applications (32), discharge of conditions (29). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

5 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 4 were dismissed (20% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near St Mary Cray?
In the last 24 months, 235 planning applications were submitted near St Mary Cray. The approval rate is 78%.
How long do planning decisions take near St Mary Cray?
The average planning decision time near St Mary Cray is 71 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 St Mary Cray?
The planning approval rate near St Mary Cray is 78%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near St Mary Cray?
The most common type of planning application near St Mary Cray is full planning applications, with 101 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near St Mary Cray?
You can search and track planning applications near St Mary Cray on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.