Botesdale, Suffolk Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Botesdale, Suffolk.
Suffolk · England · settlement
Planning applications in Botesdale are administered by Mid Suffolk District Council. View the full Mid Suffolk District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Botesdale
Botesdale is a vibrant village and civil parish located in the Mid Suffolk district of Suffolk, England. Situated approximately 6 miles southwest of Diss and 16 miles northeast of Bury St Edmunds, it seamlessly merges with the nearby village of Rickinghall along the B1113 road, creating a cohesive residential area. This unique blend of communities may impact planning applications due to the indistinct boundary between the two villages.
Population: 746 (2021)
District: Mid Suffolk
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £373,410 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: South Norfolk
- Parliamentary constituency: Waveney Valley
- LSOA: South Norfolk 015B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Botesdale.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Botesdale.
- 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 Botesdale based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
33 planning applications found near Botesdale.
- - Jessamine Lodge The Street Rickinghall Superior Diss Suffolk IP22 1DY
Notification of works to Trees in a Conservation Area - Fell 1 No. Yew (T1) and 1 No. Conifer (T2)
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-06-02
View full details - - The Chestnuts Bridewell Lane Botesdale Diss Suffolk IP22 1DS
Notification of works to Trees in a Conservation Area - Fell 1 No. Conifer (T1)
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-05-05
View full details - - Osmond House The Street Botesdale Diss Suffolk IP22 1BS
Notification of works to Tree in a Conservation Area - Fell 1 No. Ash (T1) and Lightly trim 1 No. Horse chestnut
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-04-27
View full details - - Oakdene Crown Hill The Street Botesdale Diss Suffolk IP22 1BS
Discharge of Conditions Application for DC/24/05280 - Conditions 3 (Rafter Insulation Build Up), part discharge of 6 (Timber frame, infill & brickwork repairs) for the north west wall, south east gabl
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-03-31
View full details - - Cloister Cottage The Street Rickinghall Superior Diss Suffolk IP22 1DY
Application for works to trees in a Conservation Area - To remove two purple plumbs from steep incline as they are becoming unsafe.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-03-23
View full details - - Cheyleswood The Street Rickinghall Inferior Diss Suffolk IP22 1BN
Application for listed Building Consent - Re-rendering, window cill repair, window replacement, door replacement, re-roofing with replacement leadwork, repairs to chimneys, replace existing patent gla
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-03-20
View full details - - Land West Of Willowmere Garden House Lane Rickinghall Superior Diss Suffolk IP22 1EA
Full Planning Application - Erection of 10 No. dwellings, associated garages and hardstanding (following demolition of existing stores associated with builders yard).
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-03-16
View full details - - 69 Wheatfields Rickinghall Superior Diss Suffolk IP22 1EN
Householder Application - Erection of a pitched canopy to front, single storey extension to rear
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-03-11
View full details - - 2 St Georges Drive Rickinghall Superior Diss Suffolk IP22 1AY
Application for works to trees subject to a Tree Prservation order MS168/A1- One third reduction to 2 Beech Trees as they have become too large for their position.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-03-09
View full details - - Tiger Cottage The Street Rickinghall Superior Diss Suffolk IP22 1EG
Application for works to trees in a Conservation Area - One third reduction on a Silver Birch
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-02-23
View full details - - Southgate Farmhouse The Street Rickinghall Inferior Diss Suffolk IP22 1BN
Discharge of Conditions Application for DC/24/03055 - Condition 5 (Insulation)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-02-16
View full details - - The Priory The Street Botesdale Diss Suffolk IP22 1BU
Application for Listed Building Consent- Replacement of the glazed lean-to structure with a glazed lean-to structure
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-02-02
View full details - - The Priory The Street Botesdale Diss Suffolk IP22 1BU
Householder Application - Replacement of the glazed lean-to structure with a glazed lean-to structure
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-02-02
View full details - - Church View Cottage The Street Botesdale Diss Suffolk IP22 1BU
Notification for Works to Trees in a Conservation Area - Remove two leylandii conifers which have grown together into one clipped unit at bottom of garden at rear of property obstructing garage and ta
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-01-30
View full details - - 1 North View The Street Rickinghall Superior Diss Suffolk IP22 1EG
Notification of works to Trees in a Conservation Area - Reduction of 1 No. Walnut Tree (T 1) by one third
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-01-26
View full details - - Tralaig Garden House Lane Rickinghall Superior Diss Suffolk IP22 1EA
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for a Proposed Use or Development. Town and Country Planning Act 1990 (as amended) - Erection of single storey side extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-01-19
View full details - - 2 Back Hills Cottages Back Hills Botesdale IP22 1DW
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for a Proposed Use or Development. Installation of solar photovoltaic (PV) panels on the existing roof of the dwelling and to install 1no air source he
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-01-14
View full details - - Baylees And The Thatch 21 The Street Rickinghall Superior Diss Suffolk IP22 1EG
Notification for works to Trees in a Conservation Area - Fell 1 No. Budia (T1), Fell 1 No. Hazel (T2), Reduce 1 No. Beech Hedge (T3) by 50%, Reduce 1 No. Apple (T4) from 15ft to 10ft, Fell 1 No. Maple
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-01-06
View full details - - The Priory The Street Botesdale Diss Suffolk IP22 1BU
Notification of works to trees in a Conservation Area - T3 Beech tree reduce overall crown by up to 3m where needed. Remove dead wood and broken limbs, very early loss of leaves in crown, die back of
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-10-19
View full details - - Glendale Fen Lane Botesdale Diss Suffolk IP22 1DP
Householder Application - Erection of a single storey front and rear flat roof extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-07-19
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A brief summary of Botesdale in Suffolk
Botesdale is a vibrant village and civil parish located in the Mid Suffolk district of Suffolk, England. Situated approximately 6 miles southwest of Diss and 16 miles northeast of Bury St Edmunds, it seamlessly merges with the nearby village of Rickinghall along the B1113 road, creating a cohesive residential area. This unique blend of communities may impact planning applications due to the indistinct boundary between the two villages. The settlement has a population of approximately 746 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Mid Suffolk district.
Property prices in Botesdale show an average sale price of £373,410, 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 Botesdale a particularly low-crime area.
Botesdale has one conservation area within its boundaries: Botesdale. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Botesdale 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 Botesdale
In the last 24 months, 42 planning applications were submitted near Botesdale. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 37 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Botesdale may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 37 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Botesdale were tree works (27), full planning applications (5), listed building and heritage (3). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications, 39 smaller schemes were submitted.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 31 applications
- Refused: 0 applications
- Awaiting decision: 11 applications
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