Search Blundeston planning applications
13 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Blundeston · updated daily · East Suffolk Council
Only 4 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.
- 16 The Street Blundeston Lowestoft Suffolk NR32 5AQAwaiting decisionChange of use of previous ground floor shop premises (Use Class F2) to a fitness and pilates studio, also offering pre-school kids music and dance classes and use as a childrens party venue.Received 23 Sep 2026DC/26/3193/FUL
- 19 Orchard Close Blundeston Lowestoft Suffolk NR32 5AFAwaiting decisionRear and side extensionReceived 7 Sep 2026DC/26/3085/FUL
- Blundeston House Church Road Blundeston Lowestoft Suffolk NR32 5AXApprovedListed Building Consent - Replacement of all existing UPVC windows with new UPVC sash windowsReceived 5 Aug 2026Decided 9 Oct 2026DC/26/2500/LBC
- Blundeston House Church Road Blundeston Lowestoft Suffolk NR32 5AXAwaiting decisionReplacement of all existing UPVC windows with new UPVC sash windowsReceived 5 Aug 2026DC/26/2499/FUL
- 2 Short Road Blundeston Lowestoft Suffolk NR32 5AHAwaiting decisionPrior Notification (Householder) - Rear flat roof kitchen extension 4m wide x 4m projectionReceived 29 Jul 2026DC/26/2650/PNH
Planning in Blundeston
Only 5 decisions near Blundeston in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Blundeston in the last 24 months, from East Suffolk Council's planning register.
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Around Blundeston
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NR32 231 applications in the last 12 months
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Planning authority: East Suffolk Council
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About Blundeston
Blundeston is a village and civil parish located in the north of Suffolk, approximately 3.5 miles north-west of Lowestoft and 6 miles south of Great Yarmouth. Situated about 1.75 miles inland from the North Sea coast, it falls within the Lothingland area of the East Suffolk district. The village was formerly home to Blundeston Prison, which closed in early 2014, marking a significant change in the local landscape and potential planning considerations. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,307 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Waveney district.
There are currently no active flood warnings for the Blundeston 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 Blundeston a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Blundeston has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Blundeston 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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In the last 24 months, 17 planning applications were submitted near Blundeston.
The most common types were full planning applications (3), discharge of conditions (3), tree works (1).
1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).