How long do planning decisions take near Brockley?

The average planning decision time near Brockley is 14 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 Brockley?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Brockley?

The most common type of planning application near Brockley is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Brockley?

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Brockley, Suffolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Brockley, Suffolk.

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About Brockley

Brockley is a charming village and civil parish located in the West Suffolk district of England, distinct from the nearby Brockley Green. The parish encompasses the hamlets of Pound Green and Gulling Green, and has seen a population increase from 281 in 2001 to 312 in 2011, making it a small but growing community. This demographic information may be relevant for those researching planning applications in the area.

Population: 313 (2021)

District: St Edmundsbury

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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: West Suffolk
Parliamentary constituency: West Suffolk
LSOA: West Suffolk 010C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Brockley.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Brockley based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Brockley.

- Homelea 3 Chapel Lane Brockley Suffolk IP29 4AS
Householder planning application - wraparound extension to front, side and rear elevations
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: West Suffolk | Date: 2026-02-20
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- Crowlands Chapel Lane Brockley Suffolk IP29 4AS
Non material amendment to DC/23/0174/HH (allowed on appeal) reduction in size of garage from triple to double
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: West Suffolk | Date: 2025-07-23
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DC/24/0601/FUL - South Acre Chapel Lane Brockley Suffolk IP29 4AS
Planning application - a) conversion of paddock to garden land and b) detached single storey outbuilding following demolition of existing outbuilding
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: West Suffolk | Date: 2024-05-01
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- Village Hall Mill Road Brockley Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP29 4AR
TPO 277 (1973) tree preservation order - one Ash (T009 on plan within G3 on order) pollard at four metres
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: West Suffolk | Date: 2023-12-20
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- South Acre Chapel Lane Brockley Suffolk IP29 4AS
Application for lawful development certificate for proposed use or development - a. detached cart lodge
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: West Suffolk | Date: 2023-11-03
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A brief summary of Brockley in Suffolk

Property prices in Brockley 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 Brockley a particularly low-crime area.

Brockley has one conservation area within its boundaries: Hartest. 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Brockley includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. 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 Brockley

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Brockley. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 14 days.

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

The average decision time of 14 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Brockley were full planning applications (2), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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