Beccles, Suffolk Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Beccles, Suffolk.
Suffolk · England · Town
About Beccles
Beccles is a charming market town and civil parish located in the East Suffolk district of Suffolk, England. Positioned along the A145 and A12 roads, it is approximately 16 miles southeast of Norwich and 33 miles north-northeast of Ipswich. Nestled on the banks of the River Waveney and bordering The Broads National Park, Beccles is conveniently close to Lowestoft and Great Yarmouth, making it an attractive area for planning applications and development opportunities.
Population: 10,069 (2021)
District: East Suffolk
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £286,250 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: East Suffolk
- Parliamentary constituency: Lowestoft
- LSOA: East Suffolk 010B
Crime Statistics
46 crimes reported in 2026-03.
Crime Breakdown
- violent-crime: 17
- other-theft: 8
- criminal-damage-arson: 7
- burglary: 6
- shoplifting: 5
- anti-social-behaviour: 2
- other-crime: 1
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Beccles.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Beccles.
- 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 Beccles based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
44 planning applications found near Beccles.
- - 5 London Road Beccles Suffolk NR34 9TZ
1no. Pine (T1 on submitted plan) - Fell 1no. Lime (T2 on submitted plan) - Raise crown on neighbours side to 10m from ground level
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2026-03-26
View full details - - Flat 2 21 Blyburgate Beccles Suffolk NR34 9TB
1no Lime (marked T1 on plan) - Reduce to 10m from ground level.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2026-03-19
View full details - - 98 Fair Close Beccles Suffolk NR34 9QT
Replacement of windows on front elevation
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2026-03-11
View full details - - 76 Fair Close Beccles Suffolk NR34 9QR
Reinstatement of original door position, removal of door on side elevation and replacement with window.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2026-02-19
View full details - - Staithe House 44 Northgate Beccles Suffolk NR34 9AU
1no. Yew (T1 on submitted plan) - Pollard to 1m from ground level (From 3m to 1m)
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2026-02-18
View full details - - Ravensmere Arc St Benedicts Road Beccles Suffolk NR34 9DE
Discharge of Condition Nos. 3 and 4 of DC/25/3642/FUL - Construction of single storey extension; installation of external access ramp and railings; and alterations to front boundary, to include demoli
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2026-02-17
View full details - - 64 Northgate Beccles Suffolk NR34 9AU
1no. Maple (T1 on submitted plan) - Reduce whole crown by 2m 1no. Pear (T2 on submitted plan) - Fell 1no. Indian Bean Tree (T3 on submitted plan) - Reduce height by 2m 1no. Yew (T4 on submitted plan)
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2026-02-13
View full details - - 4 Hungate Beccles Suffolk NR34 9TL
Existing mixed use of ground floor retail, first and second floor residential (1no flat) altered to ground floor retail and residential, first and second floor residential (2no flats)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2026-02-12
View full details - - 4 Hungate Beccles Suffolk NR34 9TL
Listed Building Consent - Existing mixed use of ground floor retail, first and second floor residential (1no flat) altered to ground floor retail and residential, first and second floor residential (2
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2026-02-12
View full details - - 29 New Market Beccles Suffolk NR34 9HE
Listed Building Consent - Fire escape, structural repairs and minor alteration work
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2026-01-23
View full details - - 10A And 12 Old Market And 12 Saltgate Beccles Suffolk
Redevelopment and Alterations at 10a and 12 Old Market and 12 Saltgate to allow for the creation of two new residential dwellings alongside the retention and extension of the existing dwelling, togeth
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2026-01-15
View full details - - 6B Smallgate Beccles Suffolk NR34 9AD
Conversion of first floor redundant shop to one bedroom flat
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2025-12-03
View full details - - 6B Smallgate Beccles Suffolk NR34 9AD
Listed Building Consent - Conversion of first floor redundant shop to one bedroom flat
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2025-12-03
View full details - - 2 Hungate Court Beccles Suffolk
Prior Notification (Commercial to Dwelling) - Conversion of existing commercial building into 2no. dwellings
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2025-12-02
View full details - - 1 Ravensmere East Beccles Suffolk NR34 9DG
Replacement front windows with white upvc casement windows
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2025-10-23
View full details - - 79 Denmark Road Beccles Suffolk NR34 9DL
Single / two storey rear and side extensions
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2025-10-22
View full details - - Northgate House 12 Northgate Beccles Suffolk NR34 9AS
Replace existing more-modern middle and right hand side garage door openings to form single revised larger width opening with side-sliding sectional garage door, all to provide easier vehicular access
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2025-10-15
View full details - - 10 New Market Beccles Suffolk NR34 9HA
Replacement of windows and lowering of cills on two windows.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2025-10-14
View full details - - 10 New Market Beccles Suffolk NR34 9HA
Listed Building Consent - Replacement of windows and lowering of cills on two windows
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2025-10-06
View full details - - Barclays Bank Plc New Market Beccles Suffolk NR34 9HD
Change of use and extension of rear safe room to a dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2025-09-24
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A brief summary of Beccles in Suffolk
Beccles is a charming market town and civil parish located in the East Suffolk district of Suffolk, England. Positioned along the A145 and A12 roads, it is approximately 16 miles southeast of Norwich and 33 miles north-northeast of Ipswich. Nestled on the banks of the River Waveney and bordering The Broads National Park, Beccles is conveniently close to Lowestoft and Great Yarmouth, making it an attractive area for planning applications and development opportunities. The Town has a population of approximately 10,069 (2021 estimate). It sits within the East Suffolk district.
Property prices in Beccles show an average sale price of £286,250, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
The Beccles area recorded 46 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.
Beccles has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Beccles, Gillingham. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Beccles includes 1 National Parks: THE BROADS. 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, Beccles 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 Beccles
In the last 24 months, 45 planning applications were submitted near Beccles. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.
This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Beccles.
The average decision time of 54 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Beccles were full planning applications (21), tree works (11), listed building and heritage (5). Full planning applications account for 47% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 18 applications
- Refused: 4 applications
- Awaiting decision: 23 applications
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Related Planning Guides
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- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.