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Planning in Assington

Approved
84%
21 of 24 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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About Assington

Assington is a village located in Suffolk, England, approximately 4 miles southeast of Sudbury. With a population of 402 recorded in the 2011 Census and an estimated 445 in 2019, the parish also encompasses the hamlets of Rose Green and Dorking Tye, making it a quaint and developing community for potential planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 514 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Babergh district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Assington area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

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

The area around Assington has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Assington 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 Assington, 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, 30 planning applications were submitted near Assington. Of these, 84% were approved, with an average decision time of 71 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (12), discharge of conditions (7), listed building and heritage (4).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Assington?
In the last 24 months, 30 planning applications were submitted near Assington. The approval rate is 84%.
How long do planning decisions take near Assington?
The average planning decision time near Assington is 71 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 Assington?
The planning approval rate near Assington is 84%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Assington?
The most common type of planning application near Assington is full planning applications, with 12 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Assington?
You can search and track planning applications near Assington on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.