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Planning in Bungay

Approved
94%
16 of 16 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Bungay in the last 24 months, from East Suffolk Council's planning register.

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Around Bungay

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About Bungay

Bungay is a market town and civil parish located in the East Suffolk district of England, situated in the picturesque Waveney Valley. Positioned 5.5 miles west of Beccles and along the River Waveney, it serves as a gateway to The Broads. As of the 2011 census, Bungay had a population of 5,127, making it a vibrant community for potential planning applications and developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 5,010 (2021 estimate). It sits within the East Suffolk district.

Property prices in Bungay show an average sale price of £316,780, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Bungay area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

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

The area around Bungay has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bungay 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at https://www.visitbungay.co.uk.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Bungay, 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, 60 planning applications were submitted near Bungay. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.

The most common types were tree works (11), listed building and heritage (6), full planning applications (5).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Bungay?
In the last 24 months, 60 planning applications were submitted near Bungay. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near Bungay?
The average planning decision time near Bungay is 58 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 Bungay?
The planning approval rate near Bungay is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Bungay?
The most common type of planning application near Bungay is tree works applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Bungay?
You can search and track planning applications near Bungay on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.