Upper Elmers End, Bromley - Greater London Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Upper Elmers End, Bromley - Greater London.
Bromley - Greater London · England · settlement
About Upper Elmers End
Upper Elmers End is a vibrant area in south-east London, situated within the London Borough of Bromley. Historically part of Kent, it is conveniently located south of Beckenham and north of Monks Orchard, making it a key point for potential planning applications and developments in the region. Its proximity to surrounding areas such as Eden Park and Anerley further enhances its appeal for urban planning and community projects.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £638,580 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Bromley
- Parliamentary constituency: Beckenham and Penge
- LSOA: Bromley 012B
Crime Statistics
196 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Crime Breakdown
- violent-crime: 89
- anti-social-behaviour: 25
- burglary: 15
- public-order: 13
- vehicle-crime: 13
- shoplifting: 11
- criminal-damage-arson: 10
- drugs: 7
- other-theft: 6
- robbery: 4
- theft-from-the-person: 2
- other-crime: 1
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Upper Elmers End.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Upper Elmers End.
- 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 Upper Elmers End based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
25 planning applications found near Upper Elmers End.
- - 91 GREENVIEW AVENUE, BECKENHAM, BR3 3RU
Single storey rear extension and elevational alterations. Loft conversion including the enlargement of the existing roof with a hip-to-gable extension, a rear dormer roof extension and the installatio
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-05-04
View full details - - 71 ALTYRE WAY, BECKENHAM, BR3 3ED
Demolition of rear extension, Construction of single storey rear extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-04-29
View full details - - 2 Watlings Close Croydon CR0 7XQ
Rear extension with internal & external alterations and demolitions & New Outbuilding
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Croydon | Date: 2026-04-23
View full details - - 100 ABBOTS WAY, BECKENHAM, BR3 3SF
Demolition of rear conservatory. Single storey rear extension with roof lantern. LAWFUL DEVELOPMENT CERTIFICATE (PROPOSED)
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-04-02
View full details - - 32 AYLESFORD AVENUE, BECKENHAM, BR3 3SD
Replacement of existing rear extension with new single storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-03-30
View full details - - 63 Ernest Grove, Beckenham, BR3 3HY
Demolition of conservatory. Single storey rear extension, extension of first floor side dormer and elevational alterations.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-03-17
View full details - - 223 ORCHARD WAY, BECKENHAM, BR3 3EL
Two storey side extension and alterations to the fenestration
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-03-02
View full details - - 58 LLOYDS WAY, BECKENHAM, BR3 3QS
Single storey rear extension, extending beyond the rear wall of the original house by 6.00m, for which the maximum height would be 3.00m, and for which the height of the eaves would be 2.50m (42 Day N
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-02-23
View full details - - 63 Ernest Grove, Beckenham, BR3 3HY
Amendment to planning permission ref 25/03855/HPA: - Extension of side dormer - Relocation of first floor side window to rear. - Reduction of size of first floor side window. - Reduction of size of gr
Status: Rejected | Type: Amendment | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-02-13
View full details - - 289 UPPER ELMERS END ROAD, BECKENHAM, BR3 3QR
Proposed conversion of existing single dwelling into three self contained flats, erection of a two storey rear extension, extensions to the rear roof dormer, two storey front, side and rear extensions
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-02-04
View full details - - 224 ORCHARD WAY, BECKENHAM, BR3 3EL
Ash tree - Remove. SUBJECT TO TPO 854 (8.9.1993)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Bromley | Date: 2025-11-14
View full details - - 31 LLOYDS WAY, BECKENHAM, BR3 3QT
Demolition of existing garage, single storey side and rear extension, hip to gable loft conversion comprising rear dormer with Juliet balcony and rooflights to front.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Bromley | Date: 2025-10-10
View full details - - 24 LLOYDS WAY, BECKENHAM, BR3 3QS
Change of use of existing dwellinghouse (Use Class C3) into a Children’s Home for up to 3 children (Use Class C2).
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Bromley | Date: 2025-10-06
View full details - - Development Site At 176 - 178 Orchard Way Croydon CR0 7NN
Discharge of Condition 8 (Refuse and Cycle Storage) attached to permission 22/05186/FUL for Demolition of existing dwellings, erection of four pairs of two storey 3-bed semi- detached dwellings with r
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Croydon | Date: 2025-05-06
View full details - - Development Site At 176 - 178 Orchard Way Croydon CR0 7NN
Discharge of Condition 9 (Biodiversity) attached to permission 22/05186/FUL for Demolition of existing dwellings, erection of four pairs of two storey 3-bed semi- detached dwellings with roof accommod
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Croydon | Date: 2025-05-02
View full details - - 3 Fairford Close Croydon CR0 7SS
Erection of single-storey extension projecting out 6 metres with a maximum height of 3 metres
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Croydon | Date: 2025-04-28
View full details - - 12 Baron's Walk Croydon CR0 7NY
Two storey side extension, alteration to the existing fenestration, internal reconfiguration, introduction of AC & ASHP and landscaping works
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Croydon | Date: 2025-02-26
View full details - - 26 Burrell Close Croydon CR0 7QL
Proposed single storey rear extension with roof lanterns which projects out by 4 metres from the rear wall of the original house with an eaves height of 2.90 metres and a maximum height of 3.1 metres.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Croydon | Date: 2025-02-12
View full details - - Development Site At 176 - 178 Orchard Way Croydon CR0 7NN
Discharge of Condition 5 (Services) attached to permission 22/05186/FUL for Demolition of existing dwellings, erection of four pairs of two storey 3-bed semi- detached dwellings with roof accommodatio
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Croydon | Date: 2024-12-10
View full details - - 46 The Glade Croydon CR0 7QD
Details pursuant to Condition no.6 - Land Levels, Finished Floor Levels, and Datum Line of planning permission 23/04740/FUL granted for demolition of existing property and construction of 2 no. 3 bedr
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Croydon | Date: 2024-10-23
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A brief summary of Upper Elmers End in Bromley - Greater London
Upper Elmers End is a vibrant area in south-east London, situated within the London Borough of Bromley. Historically part of Kent, it is conveniently located south of Beckenham and north of Monks Orchard, making it a key point for potential planning applications and developments in the region. Its proximity to surrounding areas such as Eden Park and Anerley further enhances its appeal for urban planning and community projects.
Property prices in Upper Elmers End show an average sale price of £638,580, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
The Upper Elmers End area recorded 196 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.
Upper Elmers End has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Manor Way, Beckenham, Elm Road. 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 Upper Elmers End includes 6 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
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Planning Activity in Upper Elmers End
In the last 24 months, 67 planning applications were submitted near Upper Elmers End. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 64 days.
This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Upper Elmers End maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.
At 64 days on average, decisions near Upper Elmers End slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Upper Elmers End were full planning applications (34), outline applications (21), discharge of conditions (7). Full planning applications account for 51% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 66 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.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 33 applications
- Refused: 7 applications
- Awaiting decision: 27 applications
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- Eden Park planning applications
- Monks Orchard planning applications
- Elmers End planning applications
- Shirley planning applications
- Spring Park planning applications
- Beckenham planning applications
- New Beckenham planning applications
- Woodside planning applications
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.