Bardwell, Suffolk Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Bardwell, Suffolk.
Suffolk · England · settlement
Planning applications in Bardwell are administered by Babergh District Council. View the full Babergh District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Bardwell
Bardwell is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the West Suffolk district of Suffolk, England. Known for its charming rural setting, the area presents a unique blend of historical architecture and community spirit, making it an appealing location for planning applications related to residential and commercial development.
Population: 864 (2021)
District: St Edmundsbury
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Area Information
- Admin district: West Suffolk
- Parliamentary constituency: Bury St Edmunds and Stowmarket
- LSOA: West Suffolk 005B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Bardwell.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Bardwell.
- 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 Bardwell based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
22 planning applications found near Bardwell.
- DC/26/0856/FUL · Received: Wed 03 Jun 2026 · Validated: Wed 03 Jun 2026 - Land To The North Of School Lane Bardwell Suffolk IP31 1AF
Planning application - 14 dwellings including access, landscaping, play space, open space, car parking, cycle parking and bin storage.
Status: Undecided | Council: West Suffolk | Date: 2026-06-03 - DC/26/0856/FUL - Land To The North Of School Lane Bardwell Suffolk IP31 1AF
Planning application - 14 dwellings including access, landscaping, play space, open space, car parking, cycle parking and bin storage.
Status: Undecided | Council: West Suffolk | Date: 2026-06-03 - DC/26/0843/TCA - Six Bells The Green Bardwell Suffolk IP31 1AW
Trees in a conservation area notification - three white poplar (marked on plan) pollard by up to seven metres above ground level
Status: Undecided | Council: West Suffolk | Date: 2026-06-01 - - Six Bells The Green Bardwell Suffolk IP31 1AW
Trees in a conservation area notification - three white poplar (marked on plan) pollard by up to seven metres above ground level
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: West Suffolk | Date: 2026-06-01
View full details - - Post Office Bungalow Up Street Bardwell Suffolk IP31 1AA
Trees in a conservation area notification - one Conifer (on plan) remove one branch on North elevation
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: West Suffolk | Date: 2026-05-02
View full details - - 2 The Croft Bardwell Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP31 1AN
Householder planning application - two storey side extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: West Suffolk | Date: 2026-04-28
View full details - - Land At The Green Bardwell Suffolk IP31 1AW
TPO 302(1973) tree preservation order - one Poplar (T1 on plan and within G1 on Order) remove lowest limb which is impacting the overhead power cable and one Poplar (T2 on plan and within G1 on Order)
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: West Suffolk | Date: 2026-03-31
View full details - - Old Twizzlers Low Street Bardwell Suffolk IP31 1AS
Planning application - replacement dwelling (following demolition of remains of existing dwelling destroyed by fire)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: West Suffolk | Date: 2026-02-26
View full details - - Old Twizzlers Low Street Bardwell Suffolk IP31 1AS
Application for listed buildings consent - demolish remains of existing dwelling destroyed by fire and reinstate one dwelling
Status: Undecided | Council: West Suffolk | Date: 2026-02-26
View full details - - Harebell Cottage Low Street Bardwell Suffolk IP31 1AS
Planning application - replacement dwelling (following demolition of remains of existing dwelling destroyed by fire)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: West Suffolk | Date: 2026-02-25
View full details - - Harebell Cottage Low Street Bardwell Suffolk IP31 1AS
Application for listed building consent - demolish remains of existing dwelling destroyed by fire and reinstate one dwelling
Status: Undecided | Council: West Suffolk | Date: 2026-02-25
View full details - - Merrow Cottage Low Street Bardwell Suffolk IP31 1AS
Application for listed building consent - demolish remains of existing dwelling destroyed by fire and reinstate one dwelling
Status: Undecided | Council: West Suffolk | Date: 2026-02-25
View full details - - Merrow Cottage Low Street Bardwell Suffolk IP31 1AS
Planning application - replacement dwelling (following demolition of remains of existing dwelling destroyed by fire)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: West Suffolk | Date: 2026-02-25
View full details - - The Warren School Lane Bardwell Suffolk IP31 1AD
Application to discharge condition 7 (discharge surface water) of DC/24/1404/VAR
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: West Suffolk | Date: 2026-02-24
View full details - - The Warren School Lane Bardwell Suffolk IP31 1AD
Application to discharge condition 8 (discharge surface water) of DC/22/1731/HH
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: West Suffolk | Date: 2026-02-24
View full details - - Watermeadows Low Street Bardwell Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP31 1AR
Householder planning application - a. porch b. pitched roof to existing garage c. front garage extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: West Suffolk | Date: 2026-02-16
View full details - - Byre Barn The Green Bardwell Suffolk IP31 1AW
Trees in a conservation area notification - a. one Willow (T1 on plan) reduce back all over hanging branches back to boundary line as tree is growing over from neighbours (Holly House The Green Bardwe
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: West Suffolk | Date: 2026-02-06
View full details - - Doreda House Quaker Lane Bardwell Suffolk IP31 1AL
Trees in a conservation area notification - one Acacia (as indicated on plan by circle) overall crown reduction by up to two metres
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: West Suffolk | Date: 2025-10-06
View full details - - The Warren School Lane Bardwell Suffolk IP31 1AD
Planning application - variation of condition 2 of DC/17/1746/HH (Householder Planning Application - (i) part two-storey part first floor side extension, (ii) single storey rear extension, (iii) 1no.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: West Suffolk | Date: 2025-09-12
View full details - - The Old Pottery Low Street Bardwell Suffolk IP31 1AS
Trees in a conservation area notification - one Norway Maple (T1 on plan) overall crown lift up to seven metres and one Norway Maple (T2 on plan) overall crown lift to seven metres
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: West Suffolk | Date: 2024-07-26
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A brief summary of Bardwell in Suffolk
Bardwell is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the West Suffolk district of Suffolk, England. Known for its charming rural setting, the area presents a unique blend of historical architecture and community spirit, making it an appealing location for planning applications related to residential and commercial development. The settlement has a population of approximately 864 (2021 estimate). It sits within the St Edmundsbury district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Bardwell a particularly low-crime area.
Bardwell has one conservation area within its boundaries: Bardwell. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Bardwell includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Stanton Woods SSSI; 5 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bardwell 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 Bardwell
In the last 24 months, 26 planning applications were submitted near Bardwell. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Bardwell may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 48 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Bardwell were tree works (7), full planning applications (6), discharge of conditions (3). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
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