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Planning in Botesdale

Approved
94%
81 of 83 decided
Decision time
about 5 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Botesdale in the last 24 months, from Babergh District Council's planning register.

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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. The settlement has a population of approximately 746 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Mid Suffolk district.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Botesdale a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Botesdale, 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, 103 planning applications were submitted near Botesdale. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 38 days.

The most common types were tree works (50), full planning applications (14), discharge of conditions (8).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Botesdale?
In the last 24 months, 103 planning applications were submitted near Botesdale. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near Botesdale?
The average planning decision time near Botesdale is 38 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 Botesdale?
The planning approval rate near Botesdale is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Botesdale?
The most common type of planning application near Botesdale is tree works applications, with 50 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Botesdale?
You can search and track planning applications near Botesdale on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.