How long do planning decisions take near Blundeston?

The average planning decision time near Blundeston is 44 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 Blundeston?

The planning approval rate near Blundeston is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Blundeston?

The most common type of planning application near Blundeston is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Blundeston, Suffolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Blundeston, Suffolk.

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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.

Population: 1,307 (2021)

District: Waveney

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £230,980 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: East Suffolk
Parliamentary constituency: Lowestoft
LSOA: East Suffolk 007D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Blundeston.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Blundeston.

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 Blundeston based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Blundeston.

- Windy Ridge Lound Road Blundeston Lowestoft Suffolk NR32 5AT
Variation of Condition No. 2 of DC/25/0453/FUL - Two storey and single storey front, side and rear extensions plus new detached double garage with home gym. - To provided additional studio / workshop
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2026-01-15
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- Pebble House Church Road Blundeston Lowestoft Suffolk NR32 5AJ
Discharge of Condition Nos. 3 and 4 of DC/25/3639/FUL - Construction of garage - final specialist foundation design including a method statement for all foundation and other works involving ground dis
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2025-12-29
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- 17 Pickwick Drive Blundeston Lowestoft Suffolk NR32 5BX
Single storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2025-05-28
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- The Willows 12 The Street Blundeston Lowestoft Suffolk NR32 5AQ
TPO/028/2021 - T1 1no. Oak (marked on plan) - Crown thin by up to 30%
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2025-02-25
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- 8 Orchard Close Blundeston Lowestoft Suffolk NR32 5AD
Construction of two storey and single storey extensions
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2023-08-23
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- Aventura Hall Lane Blundeston Lowestoft Suffolk NR32 5BL
Single storey front porch extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2023-01-06
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A brief summary of Blundeston in Suffolk

Property prices in Blundeston show an average sale price of £230,980, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Blundeston a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Blundeston includes 1 Ancient Woodland site; 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.

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Planning Activity in Blundeston

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Blundeston. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 44 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Blundeston may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 44 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Blundeston were full planning applications (2), discharge of conditions (2), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 40% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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