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Planning in Swanley Bar

Approved
85%
142 of 165 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Swanley Bar in the last 24 months, from Hertsmere Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Swanley Bar

Postcode districts

EN6 533 applications in the last 12 monthsAL9 125 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Hertsmere Borough Council

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About Swanley Bar

Swanley Bar is a settlement located in Hertfordshire, England.

Property prices in Swanley Bar show an average sale price of £560,914, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Swanley Bar 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 Swanley Bar a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Swanley Bar 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 Swanley Bar, 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, 191 planning applications were submitted near Swanley Bar. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 67 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (71), outline applications (39), tree works (30). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

5 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 3 were dismissed (40% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Swanley Bar?
In the last 24 months, 191 planning applications were submitted near Swanley Bar. The approval rate is 85%.
How long do planning decisions take near Swanley Bar?
The average planning decision time near Swanley Bar is 67 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 Swanley Bar?
The planning approval rate near Swanley Bar is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Swanley Bar?
The most common type of planning application near Swanley Bar is full planning applications, with 71 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Swanley Bar?
You can search and track planning applications near Swanley Bar on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.