How long do planning decisions take near Broad Street?

The average planning decision time near Broad Street is 79 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 Broad Street?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Broad Street?

The most common type of planning application near Broad Street is discharge of conditions, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Broad Street?

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Broad Street, Suffolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Broad Street, Suffolk.

Suffolk · England · settlement

Planning applications in Broad Street are administered by Babergh District Council. View the full Babergh District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Broad Street

Groton is a quaint village and civil parish situated in the Babergh district of Suffolk, England, approximately one mile north of the A1071, which connects Hadleigh and Sudbury. As of 2021, the parish boasts a population of 299, making it a small but vibrant community, relevant for those considering planning applications in the area.

District: Groton

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £336,665 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Babergh
Parliamentary constituency: South Suffolk
LSOA: Babergh 006C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Broad Street.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Broad Street based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Broad Street in Suffolk

Property prices in Broad Street show an average sale price of £336,665, 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 Broad Street a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Broad Street includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Milden Thicks SSSI, Groton Wood SSSI; 4 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Broad Street 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 Broad Street

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Broad Street. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 79 days.

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

The average decision period of 79 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Broad Street were discharge of conditions (2), full planning applications (1), listed building and heritage (1).

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