How long do planning decisions take near Broom Hill?

The average planning decision time near Broom Hill 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 Broom Hill?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Broom Hill?

The most common type of planning application near Broom Hill is discharge of conditions, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Broom Hill?

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Broom Hill, Suffolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Broom Hill, Suffolk.

Suffolk · England · settlement

Planning applications in Broom Hill are administered by East Suffolk Council. View the full East Suffolk Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £424,697 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: East Suffolk
Parliamentary constituency: Suffolk Coastal
LSOA: East Suffolk 023D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Broom Hill.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Broom Hill based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Broom Hill.

- The Lions Sandy Lane Woodbridge Suffolk IP12 4DW
Discharge of condition Nos. 3 and 13 of DC/25/2850/FUL - Severance of part garden and erection of house, double garage, detached building comprising gym, pool plant room and workshop together with ass
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2026-03-18
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- Little Kyson Broomheath Woodbridge Suffolk IP12 4DN
Discharge of Condition Nos. 4, 6 and 11 of DC/24/4347/FUL - Demolition of existing dwelling and construction of replacement dwelling (Self-Build) - 4 Lighting Design Strategy - 6 Landscape Plan - 11 M
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2026-02-25
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- Little Kyson Broomheath Woodbridge Suffolk IP12 4DN
Discharge of Condition Nos. 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 14 of Variation of Condition Nos. 2 & 13 of DC/21/4557/FUL (AP/23/0055/REFUSE) - Conversion of barn to dwellinghouse. Installation of package sewage tr
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2026-02-13
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- Long Meadow Broomheath Woodbridge Suffolk IP12 4DL
A1 of TPO No. 100 / 1971 1no. Group of Sweet Chestnut (T2 on plan) - Crown lift to 5 metres over driveway 1no. Group of mixed species (T3 on plan) - Lateral reduction by 3 metres on dwelling side and
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2024-06-24
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A brief summary of Broom Hill in Suffolk

Broom Hill is a settlement located in Suffolk, England.

Property prices in Broom Hill show an average sale price of £424,697, 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 Broom Hill a particularly low-crime area.

Broom Hill has one conservation area within its boundaries: Woodbridge. 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 Broom Hill includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Deben Estuary SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Suffolk Coast & Heaths; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Deben Estuary; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Deben Estuary. 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 Broom Hill

In the last 24 months, 18 planning applications were submitted near Broom Hill. 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 Broom Hill 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 Broom Hill were discharge of conditions (7), full planning applications (5), amendments (4).

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