Bexley, situated in Southeast London, is a suburban borough known for its green spaces and residential areas. Key areas include Bexleyheath and Sidcup. The borough features a mix of architectural styles, with notable buildings such as the Grade II listed Danson House. Approximately 18.5% of Bexley is within the Green Belt, influencing planning decisions.
In the last year Bexley decided 1,324 applications which is well above the national average of 980. The approval rate was 90% (roughly equal to the national average of 88%) and 80% of applications were decided on time, (significantly above the national average of 59%). Stats updated July 2026 from gov.uk sources. See how Bexley performs relative to other LPAs in our LPA hub.
18.5% of Bexley is within the Green Belt and proposals in these areas can be subject to very high levels of scrutiny.
Development within the Green Belt surrounding London is highly sensitive and politically contentious. The Bexley Green Belt preserves open countryside and parkland near Crayford and Welling, areas under pressure from London’s expansion.
In our experience, one of the top reasons poorly conceived Green Belt proposals are refused is causing 'harm to openness'. We can lower the risk of refusal with site-specific guidance. Contact us here.
You can also check whether your land is within the Green Belt using our interactive Green Belt map.
As well as acting as Planning Consultants we are ARB registered architects with over 25 years’ experience. We support clients through all stages of the planning process, offering the following services:
Thoughtful, well-considered design is often the key to securing Planning Permission, particularly on sites where others struggle to find a way forward. Let’s discuss your project.
Bexley, situated in Southeast London, is a suburban borough known for its green spaces and residential areas. Key areas include Bexleyheath and Sidcup. The borough features a mix of architectural styles, with notable buildings such as the Grade II listed Danson House. Approximately 18.5% of Bexley is within the Green Belt, influencing planning decisions.
In the last year Bexley decided 1,324 applications which is well above the national average of 980. The approval rate was 90% (roughly equal to the national average of 88%) and 80% of applications were decided on time, (significantly above the national average of 59%). Stats updated July 2026 from gov.uk sources. See how Bexley performs relative to other LPAs in our LPA hub.
18.5% of Bexley is within the Green Belt and proposals in these areas can be subject to very high levels of scrutiny.
Development within the Green Belt surrounding London is highly sensitive and politically contentious. The Bexley Green Belt preserves open countryside and parkland near Crayford and Welling, areas under pressure from London’s expansion.
In our experience, one of the top reasons poorly conceived Green Belt proposals are refused is causing 'harm to openness'. We can lower the risk of refusal with site-specific guidance. Contact us here.
You can also check whether your land is within the Green Belt using our interactive Green Belt map.
As well as acting as Planning Consultants we are ARB registered architects with over 25 years’ experience. We support clients through all stages of the planning process, offering the following services:
Thoughtful, well-considered design is often the key to securing Planning Permission, particularly on sites where others struggle to find a way forward. Let’s discuss your project.
