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Planning in Blackthorpe

Approved
100%
16 of 16 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

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

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About Blackthorpe

Blackthorpe is a settlement located in Suffolk, England.

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

The area around Blackthorpe has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Blackthorpe 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 Blackthorpe, 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, 20 planning applications were submitted near Blackthorpe. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 80 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (7), full planning applications (6), tree works (2). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Blackthorpe?
In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near Blackthorpe. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Blackthorpe?
The average planning decision time near Blackthorpe is 80 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 Blackthorpe?
The planning approval rate near Blackthorpe is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Blackthorpe?
The most common type of planning application near Blackthorpe is discharge of conditions, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Blackthorpe?
You can search and track planning applications near Blackthorpe on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.