How long do planning decisions take near Carlton?

The average planning decision time near Carlton is 44 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 Carlton?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Carlton?

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

How can I track planning applications near Carlton?

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Carlton, Suffolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Carlton, Suffolk.

Suffolk · England · settlement

Planning applications in Carlton are administered by Babergh District Council. View the full Babergh District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Carlton

Carlton is a quaint village situated in the East Suffolk district of England, now part of the parish of Kelsale cum Carlton. Located just one mile north of Saxmundham, it is bordered by Kelsale to the north, the B1121 to the east, and the A12 to the west. Historically, Carlton was a civil parish with a population of 94 in 1881, but it was abolished in 1885, merging into Kelsale. This information may be relevant for those researching planning applications in the area, as Carlton's integration into Kelsale could influence local development policies.

District: Kelsale cum Carlton

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £403,016 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: East Suffolk
Parliamentary constituency: Suffolk Coastal
LSOA: East Suffolk 016C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Carlton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Carlton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

8 planning applications found near Carlton.

- Carlton Park Industrial Estate Ronald Lane Kelsale Cum Carlton Suffolk
Variation of Condition No 29 of DC/21/5742/OUT - Outline - Erection of 10 no. commercial units consisting of Class E (offices, light industrial and cafes), B2 (general industrial) and B8 (storage and
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2026-04-02
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- The Cottages Bridge Street Kelsale Cum Carlton Saxmundham Suffolk IP17 2PB
Non-Material Amendment of DC/24/4267/FUL - Single-storey rear extension, replacement of a rear bedroom's window for a French-style door and creation of a terrace over the proposed extension - To reduc
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2026-03-13
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- Kelsale Village Hall Bridge Street Kelsale Cum Carlton Saxmundham Suffolk IP17 2PB
Discharge of Condition No. 3 of DC/25/3712/LBC - Provision of disabled access - a lift between ground and first floors. Provision of accessible toilets for disabled people on ground and first floors.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2026-02-24
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- Beech Tree House Low Road Kelsale Cum Carlton Saxmundham Suffolk IP17 2NU
4no. Sycamore and 1no. Ash (marked on plan) - Fell
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2026-02-11
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- Carlton Park Industrial Estate Ronald Lane Kelsale Cum Carlton Suffolk
Discharge of Condition no. 9 of DC/21/5742/OUT - Outline - Erection of 10 no. commercial units consisting of Class E (offices, light industrial and cafes), B2 (general industrial) and B8 (storage and
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2025-10-08
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- 1 Southview Carlton Road Kelsale Cum Carlton Saxmundham Suffolk IP17 2QB
Conversion of garage into annex, including insertion of new windows/dormer and velux roof light
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2025-07-07
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- 2 Riverview Low Road Kelsale Cum Carlton Saxmundham Suffolk IP17 2NU
Single storey rear extension, and single-storey infill extension to link existing front/side extensions
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2025-02-05
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- Carlton Rookery Clay Hills Road Kelsale Cum Carlton Suffolk IP17 2NN
Listed Building Consent - Internal alterations to mid C20 partitions and the infilling of an associated casement window
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2024-06-14
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A brief summary of Carlton in Suffolk

Property prices in Carlton show an average sale price of £403,016, 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 Carlton a particularly low-crime area.

Carlton has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Saxmundham, Kelsale. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Carlton

In the last 24 months, 13 planning applications were submitted near Carlton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 44 days.

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

The average decision time of 44 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Carlton were tree works (6), discharge of conditions (3), full planning applications (2). 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, 1 medium-scale application, 12 smaller schemes were submitted.

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