How long do planning decisions take near Bradfield Combust?

The average planning decision time near Bradfield Combust is 107 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 Bradfield Combust?

The planning approval rate near Bradfield Combust is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Bradfield Combust?

The most common type of planning application near Bradfield Combust is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Bradfield Combust?

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Bradfield Combust, Suffolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bradfield Combust, Suffolk.

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About Bradfield Combust

Bradfield Combust, a village in West Suffolk, England, is now part of the civil parish of Bradfield Combust with Stanningfield. Situated along the A134, it lies between Windsor Green and Great Whelnetham. Historically a former manor, the village had a population of 108 in 1961 before merging with Stanningfield in 1988, making it a quaint area for those exploring planning applications in the region.

District: Bradfield Combust with Stanningfield

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £338,147 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Babergh
Parliamentary constituency: South Suffolk
LSOA: Babergh 002A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Bradfield Combust.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Bradfield Combust based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Bradfield Combust.

- The Old Forge, Annexe The Street Bradfield Combust Suffolk IP30 0LP
Application for lawful development certificate for existing use or development - use of detached building within the site as a self-contained single dwellinghouse (Use Class C3), including associated
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: West Suffolk | Date: 2026-03-17
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- The Old Forge, Annexe The Street Bradfield Combust Suffolk IP30 0LP
Planning application - change of use of annexe to independent dwelling
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: West Suffolk | Date: 2025-11-14
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- Block Farmhouse Main Road Bradfield Combust Suffolk IP30 0LW
Application for listed building consent - a. remove chimney to single storey section of house b. repair existing render and redecorate in masonry paint
Status: Permitted | Council: West Suffolk | Date: 2024-07-05
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A brief summary of Bradfield Combust in Suffolk

Property prices in Bradfield Combust show an average sale price of £338,147, 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 Bradfield Combust a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Bradfield Combust includes 3 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Bradfield Combust

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Bradfield Combust. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 107 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Bradfield Combust.

With an average of 107 days, decisions near Bradfield Combust take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Bradfield Combust were full planning applications (1), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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