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Planning in Barnham

Only 5 decisions near Barnham in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Barnham

Barnham is a village and civil parish located in the West Suffolk district of Suffolk, approximately 3 miles south of Thetford and 9 miles north of Bury St Edmunds, accessible via the A134. The nearby village of Euston lies just 1 mile to the east. The name Barnham is derived from Old English, meaning "Beorn's homestead," reflecting its historical significance in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 588 (2021 estimate). It sits within the West Suffolk district.

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

The area around Barnham has 10 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Barnham 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 Barnham, 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, 13 planning applications were submitted near Barnham.

The most common types were tree works (5), full planning applications (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 Barnham?
In the last 24 months, 13 planning applications were submitted near Barnham.
What types of planning applications are most common near Barnham?
The most common type of planning application near Barnham is tree works applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Barnham?
You can search and track planning applications near Barnham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.