How long do planning decisions take near Brundon?

The average planning decision time near Brundon is 48 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 Brundon?

The planning approval rate near Brundon is 77%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Brundon?

The most common type of planning application near Brundon is tree works applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Brundon?

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Brundon, Suffolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Brundon, Suffolk.

Suffolk · England · settlement

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About Brundon

Brundon is a charming hamlet situated within the civil parish of Sudbury in Suffolk's Babergh district, located along the scenic River Stour. Its proximity to the A131 road provides convenient transport links, while the nearby Sudbury water meadows make it a popular destination for local walkers. Historically, Brundon was documented in the Domesday Book as Branduna, adding to its rich heritage.

District: Sudbury

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £383,000 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Babergh
Parliamentary constituency: South Suffolk
LSOA: Babergh 008F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Brundon.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Brundon based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Brundon.

- Highfields Riding School Melford Road Sudbury Suffolk CO10 1XU
Development by a Statutory Undertaker - Removal of 17m high monopole, 6 no. antennas, 2 no. equipment cabinets, Installation of a new 22.5m high monopole and headframe, 6 no. antennas, 2 no. transmiss
Status: Undecided | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-05-07
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- 58 Canterbury Road Sudbury Suffolk CO10 1LL
Discharge of Conditions Application for DC/25/02983 - Condition 3 (Biodiversity Enhancement Strategy) and 4 (Access Surface Treatment)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-01-19
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- 6 Canterbury Road Sudbury Suffolk CO10 1LJ
Householder Application - Erection of extension to rear dormer, change of use of part of garage to provide additional living accommodation, construction of pitched roof over and extending to raise fla
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2024-05-24
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- 1 Lancaster Road Sudbury Suffolk CO10 1LR
Discharge of Conditions Application for DC/24/00674 - Conditions 3 (Biodiversity Enhancement Strategy)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2024-04-19
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A brief summary of Brundon in Suffolk

Property prices in Brundon show an average sale price of £383,000, 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 Brundon a particularly low-crime area.

Brundon has one conservation area within its boundaries: Sudbury. 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.

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Planning Activity in Brundon

In the last 24 months, 22 planning applications were submitted near Brundon. Of these, 77% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 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 Brundon.

The average decision time of 48 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Brundon were tree works (6), full planning applications (4), outline applications (4). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 20 smaller schemes were submitted.

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