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31 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Beccles · updated daily · East Suffolk Council

Planning in Beccles

Approved
86%
24 of 28 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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Around Beccles

Postcode districts

NR34 251 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 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. 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 £302,490, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Beccles 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 Beccles a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Beccles has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Beccles, 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, 117 planning applications were submitted near Beccles. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (19), tree works (17), discharge of conditions (6).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Beccles?
In the last 24 months, 117 planning applications were submitted near Beccles. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near Beccles?
The average planning decision time near Beccles is 54 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 Beccles?
The planning approval rate near Beccles is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Beccles?
The most common type of planning application near Beccles is full planning applications, with 19 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Beccles?
You can search and track planning applications near Beccles on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.