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Planning in Brent Eleigh

Approved
83%
10 of 11 decided
Decision time
about 13 weeks
on average

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

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Around Brent Eleigh

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About Brent Eleigh

Brent Eleigh is a quaint village and civil parish situated in the Babergh district of Suffolk, England, nestled between Hadleigh and Lavenham. With a small population of 174 recorded in the 2011 census, this rural community offers a unique setting for potential planning applications, reflecting both its historical charm and the surrounding countryside. The settlement has a population of approximately 173 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Babergh district.

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

The area around Brent Eleigh has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Brent Eleigh 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 Brent Eleigh, 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, 20 planning applications were submitted near Brent Eleigh. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 93 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (6), listed building and heritage (4), tree works (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Brent Eleigh?
In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near Brent Eleigh. The approval rate is 83%.
How long do planning decisions take near Brent Eleigh?
The average planning decision time near Brent Eleigh is 93 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 Brent Eleigh?
The planning approval rate near Brent Eleigh is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Brent Eleigh?
The most common type of planning application near Brent Eleigh is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Brent Eleigh?
You can search and track planning applications near Brent Eleigh on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.