How long do planning decisions take near Ashfield?

The average planning decision time near Ashfield is 46 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 Ashfield?

The planning approval rate near Ashfield is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Ashfield?

The most common type of planning application near Ashfield is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Ashfield?

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Ashfield, Suffolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Ashfield, Suffolk.

Suffolk · England · settlement

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About Ashfield

Ashfield cum Thorpe is a civil parish located in the Mid Suffolk district of Suffolk, England. Nestled between the town of Framlingham to the east and the village of Debenham to the west, this area is relevant for those researching planning applications, offering a blend of rural charm and community development potential.

District: Ashfield cum Thorpe

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £294,260 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Mid Suffolk
Parliamentary constituency: Waveney Valley
LSOA: Mid Suffolk 005C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Ashfield.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Ashfield.

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 Ashfield based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

7 planning applications found near Ashfield.

- Duck Foot Cottage The Street Ashfield Cum Thorpe Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 6LX
Householder Application - Erection of two storey gable-end extension (following removal of existing garage), Insertion of additional rear windows; Erection of single storey rear extensions.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2021-02-27
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- Blacksmiths Cottage The Street Ashfield Cum Thorpe Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 6LX
Householder Planning Application - Erection of side and rear extensions.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2019-12-04
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- Acresfield The Street Ashfield Cum Thorpe Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 6LX
Householder Application - Erection of two storey side extension(following removal of chimney and existing conservatory).
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2018-12-21
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- High Row Farm The Street Ashfield Cum Thorpe
Severance of garden land and erection of a dwelling & garage with construction of a new vehicular access.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2005-03-02
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- High Row Farm The Street Ashfield Cum Thorpe
SEVERANCE OF GARDEN LAND & ERECTION OF A 1 1/2 STOREY DWELLING & GARAGE & CONSTRUCTION OF NEW ACCESS. CHANGE OF USE OF AGRICULTURAL LAND TO FORM GARDEN LAND FOR PROPOSED DWELLING. .
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2004-07-19
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- Highrow Farm The Street Ashfield-Cum-Thorpe.
INTERNAL ALTERATIONS TO PROVIDE SEPERATE ACCESS TO EXISTING BEDROOMS, INSERTION OF NEW WINDOWS. REBUILD CONSERVATORY TO FORM GARDEN ROOM. NEW REAR EXTENSION TO FORM UTILITY ROOM & GARAGE WITH ADDITION
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2004-02-23
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- Highrow Farm The Street Ashfield-Cum-Thorpe.
REBUILD CONSERVATORY. REAR EXTENSION TO FORM UTILITY ROOM AND GARAGE WITH ADDITIONAL BEDROOM OR STORAGE SPACE OVER GARAGE. (FOLLOWING DEMOLITION OF EXISTING GARAGE).
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2004-02-23
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A brief summary of Ashfield in Suffolk

Property prices in Ashfield show an average sale price of £294,260, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Ashfield a particularly low-crime area.

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

Planning Activity in Ashfield

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Ashfield. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Ashfield.

The average decision time of 46 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Ashfield were full planning applications (2), outline applications (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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