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Planning in Candle Street

Approved
100%
21 of 21 decided
Decision time
about 5 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Candle Street in the last 24 months, from Babergh District Council's planning register.

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About Candle Street

Candle Street is a settlement located in Suffolk, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Candle Street 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 Candle Street a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Candle Street has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Candle 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Candle Street, 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, 25 planning applications were submitted near Candle Street. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 33 days.

The most common types were tree works (14), full planning applications (3), discharge of conditions (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Candle Street?
In the last 24 months, 25 planning applications were submitted near Candle Street. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Candle Street?
The average planning decision time near Candle Street is 33 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 Candle Street?
The planning approval rate near Candle Street is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Candle Street?
The most common type of planning application near Candle Street is tree works applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Candle Street?
You can search and track planning applications near Candle Street on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.