View today's Bexley Magistrates Court listings. Find case schedules, hearing times, and defendant information for Bexley Magistrates' Court in Bexleyheath, London.
Daily Listings Summary for Bexley Magistrates' Court
The official court schedule for Wednesday, 24th June 2026 comprises a total of 17 cases listed for hearing at Bexley Magistrates' Court.
Hearings are scheduled to commence at the following times: 10:00, 11:00, 14:00.
Proceedings will be conducted across courtrooms 1, 2, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 11, 12.
Members of the public and accredited media representatives are generally permitted to attend these hearings, subject to any reporting restrictions that may be in place.
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View Listings →About Bexley Magistrates' Court
Bexley Magistrates' Court is one of South East London's busiest lower courts, serving the London Borough of Bexley and surrounding areas including Erith, Sidcup, Welling, and Crayford. Located on Norwich Place in Bexleyheath, DA6 7ND, the court handles hundreds of cases each week — from minor traffic offences and licensing matters to more serious criminal cases before they are sent to a Crown Court. If you are looking for today's Bexley Magistrates Court listings, this page pulls daily court lists published via the HMCTS Courtserve system so you can check scheduled hearings, defendants, case numbers, and courtroom allocations in one place.
Court Location & Contact Details
Bexley Magistrates' Court sits at Norwich Place, Bexleyheath, Kent, DA6 7ND. For written correspondence, use the administrative address at Bromley Magistrates' Court, The Court House, 1 London Road, Bromley, BR1 1RA. For general enquiries and listing queries, you can reach the court by phone on 03308 084 407 (Monday to Friday, 8:30am–5pm; Saturday 8am–2pm) or by email at [email protected]. For fine-related queries, call 0300 123 9252 or 0300 790 9901. The Witness Service can be contacted on 0300 332 1118.
Opening Times
- Court sessions: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 4:30pm
- Court counter (documents & enquiries): 9:00am–11:00am and 1:30pm–2:30pm
- Probation contact centre (inside the building): Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm
- Bank holidays: Closed
Getting to Bexley Magistrates' Court
The most convenient way to reach Bexley Magistrates' Court is by train to Bexleyheath Railway Station, from which the court is just a short walk. The court is also approximately a 2-minute walk from Bexleyheath Shopping Centre, making it easy to locate. Multiple bus routes serve the Bexleyheath town centre area, with regular services connecting to Woolwich, Dartford, and central London.
There is no parking available at the court itself. If you are travelling by car, paid parking is available at Broadway Square and Albion Road, both within short walking distance of the courthouse. It is strongly recommended to allow extra time, particularly if your hearing is listed for early morning.
What Cases Are Heard at Bexley Magistrates' Court?
Bexley Magistrates' Court hears a wide range of criminal and civil matters across its courtrooms. The types of cases typically heard include:
- Summary offences — such as motoring offences (speeding, drink driving), minor assaults, and low-level antisocial behaviour
- Either-way offences — including theft, fraud, and drug possession, which can be dealt with at the magistrates' level or sent up to Crown Court
- Indictable-only offences — serious crimes such as robbery or serious assault are heard briefly here before being sent to Bromley Magistrates' Court or the relevant Crown Court
- Remand hearings — bail applications and custody decisions for defendants awaiting trial
- Single Justice Procedure (SJP) cases — minor offences dealt with by a single magistrate without a public hearing (e.g., TV licence evasion, minor road traffic offences)
- Youth court hearings — cases involving defendants under 18 are typically heard in a separate youth court sitting
- Family and civil proceedings — including domestic abuse protection orders
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does Bexley Magistrates' Court open?
The court is open Monday to Friday from 9:00am to 4:30pm. The court counter operates from 9:00am–11:00am and 1:30pm–2:30pm. The court is closed on weekends and bank holidays.
How do I find out if someone has a hearing at Bexley Magistrates' Court?
You can check the published daily hearing lists via this page or through the HMCTS Court Hearing Service at Courtserve. Lists show defendant names, hearing times, and courtroom details. Alternatively, contact the court on 03308 084 407.
Where do I park near Bexley Magistrates' Court?
There is no on-site parking. Paid car parks are available at Broadway Square and Albion Road, both within walking distance of Norwich Place, Bexleyheath.
Can I attend Bexley Magistrates' Court as a member of the public?
Yes. Magistrates' courts are open to the public unless a case is held in camera (e.g. youth court or sensitive family matters). You do not need to register to attend — simply arrive at the courthouse and check the court list board inside for the courtroom number. You can also check nearby court activity at Bromley Magistrates' Court listings, which administers many of the same cases across the South London area.
What is the email address for Bexley Magistrates' Court?
For general and listing enquiries: [email protected]. For fine enquiries: [email protected]. For Single Justice Procedure cases: [email protected].
