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Planning in Bawdsey

Only 4 decisions near Bawdsey in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Bawdsey

Bawdsey is a village and civil parish located in Suffolk, eastern England, directly across the River Deben from Felixstowe. With a population that declined from approximately 340 in 2007 to 276 by the 2011 Census, Bawdsey offers a unique rural setting that may influence local planning applications and development opportunities in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 290 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Suffolk Coastal district.

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

The area around Bawdsey has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bawdsey 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 Bawdsey, 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, 11 planning applications were submitted near Bawdsey.

The most common types were outline applications (3), full planning applications (2), tree works (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Bawdsey?
In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Bawdsey.
What types of planning applications are most common near Bawdsey?
The most common type of planning application near Bawdsey is outline applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Bawdsey?
You can search and track planning applications near Bawdsey on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.