How long do planning decisions take near Bacton Green?

The average planning decision time near Bacton Green is 56 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 Bacton Green?

The planning approval rate near Bacton Green is 25%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Bacton Green?

The most common type of planning application near Bacton Green is other, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Bacton Green?

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Bacton Green, Suffolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bacton Green, Suffolk.

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About Bacton Green

Bacton Green is a quaint village located in Suffolk, England, known for its picturesque rural charm. This serene community offers a unique setting for potential planning applications, making it an ideal location for those looking to develop in a tranquil yet accessible environment.

District: Bacton

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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 005B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Bacton Green based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Bacton Green.

- Restholme Rectory Road Bacton Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 4LE
Full Planning Application - Subdivision of existing bungalow into 2no. seperate dwellings
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-10-23
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A brief summary of Bacton Green in Suffolk

Property prices in Bacton Green 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 Bacton Green a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Bacton Green

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Bacton Green. Of these, 25% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 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 Bacton Green.

The average decision time of 56 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Bacton Green were other applications (3), full planning applications (2), discharge of conditions (2).

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 6 smaller schemes were submitted.

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