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17 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Barnby · updated daily · East Suffolk Council

Planning in Barnby

Approved
76%
16 of 20 decided
Decision time
about 5 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Barnby in the last 24 months, from East Suffolk Council's planning register.

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Around Barnby

Postcode districts

NR34 251 applications in the last 12 monthsNR33 183 applications in the last 12 monthsNR35 138 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: East Suffolk Council

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About Barnby

Barnby is a village and civil parish located in the East Suffolk district of England, situated 5 miles west of Lowestoft and 3 miles east of Beccles. The village is closely integrated with North Cove, which is a separate parish, making it an area of interest for those researching planning applications in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 473 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Waveney district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Barnby 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 Barnby a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Barnby has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Barnby 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 Barnby, 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, 25 planning applications were submitted near Barnby. Of these, 76% were approved, with an average decision time of 37 days.

The most common types were outline applications (12), full planning applications (8), tree works (3).

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

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Barnby?
In the last 24 months, 25 planning applications were submitted near Barnby. The approval rate is 76%.
How long do planning decisions take near Barnby?
The average planning decision time near Barnby is 37 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 Barnby?
The planning approval rate near Barnby is 76%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Barnby?
The most common type of planning application near Barnby is outline applications, with 12 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Barnby?
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