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Planning in Aldham

Approved
100%
19 of 19 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Aldham in the last 24 months, from Babergh District Council's planning register.

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About Aldham

Aldham is a quaint village and civil parish situated in the Babergh district of Suffolk, approximately 8 miles west of Ipswich. As of the 2011 Census, the population stood at 175, a slight decrease from 200 in 2005. This serene rural setting may be of interest to those looking into planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 183 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Babergh district.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Aldham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Aldham has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Aldham 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Aldham, 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, 25 planning applications were submitted near Aldham. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (9), full planning applications (6), outline applications (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Aldham?
In the last 24 months, 25 planning applications were submitted near Aldham. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Aldham?
The average planning decision time near Aldham is 54 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 Aldham?
The planning approval rate near Aldham is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Aldham?
The most common type of planning application near Aldham is discharge of conditions, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Aldham?
You can search and track planning applications near Aldham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.