How long do planning decisions take near Bacton?

The average planning decision time near Bacton is 79 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?

The planning approval rate near Bacton is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Bacton?

The most common type of planning application near Bacton is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Bacton, Suffolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bacton, Suffolk.

Suffolk · England · settlement

Planning applications in Bacton are administered by Mid Suffolk District Council. View the full Mid Suffolk District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Bacton

Bacton is a village and civil parish located in Suffolk, England, approximately 8 kilometres north of Stowmarket. Historically significant, it was recorded as 'Bachetuna' in the Domesday Book, and archaeological evidence suggests settlement in the area dates back to Roman times, with numerous intriguing artifacts discovered during local metal-detecting events. This rich historical backdrop may be relevant for planning applications and developments in the region.

Population: 1,163 (2021)

District: Mid Suffolk

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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: Central Suffolk and North Ipswich
LSOA: Mid Suffolk 007B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-04.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Bacton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

8 planning applications found near Bacton.

- The Bungalow Church Road Bacton IP14 4LJ
Planning Application. Erection of 1no Self-build dwelling on plot 2 with dedicated access.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-05-08
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- Orchard Cottage Clay Lane Bacton IP14 4NL
Householder Application - Ground floor conversion of detached double garage to provide annex living accommodation.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-09-05
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- Four Gables Turkeyhall Lane Bacton Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 4NN
Householder Application - Erection of a single storey pitched roof extension to rear (Following demolition of conservatory) and continuation of roof over existing flat roof area and retention of hardi
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-01-31
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- Old Manor Cottage Church Road Bacton Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 4LN
Householder application - Installation of kiosk in front garden to house meter and internal and external works for replacement of existing electricity supply connections as detailed within schedule of
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2024-10-03
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- Old Manor Cottage Church Road Bacton Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 4LN
Application for Listed Building Consent - Installation of kiosk in front garden to house meter and internal and external works for replacement of existing electricity supply connections as detailed wi
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2024-10-03
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- Bacton Manor Barn Church Road Bacton Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 4LJ
Listed Building Consent - Addition of 2no. wood burning stoves and associated flue pipes to the East and West elevations.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2024-09-11
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- Bacton Manor Barn Church Road Bacton Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 4LJ
Householder Planning Application - Addition of 2no. wood burning stoves and associated flue pipes to the East and West elevations.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2024-09-11
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- Northgate North Close Bacton Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 4LT
Notification from a Statutory Undertaker- Installation of a 12m pole for the mounting of LoRaWAN gateway equipment.
Status: Permitted | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2024-04-24
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A brief summary of Bacton in Suffolk

Property prices in Bacton 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 a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Bacton

In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Bacton. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 79 days.

This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Bacton.

The average decision period of 79 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Bacton were full planning applications (6), listed building and heritage (2), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 55% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 9 smaller schemes were submitted.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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