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Planning in Castle Hill

Approved
69%
9 of 13 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Castle Hill in the last 24 months, from Ipswich Borough Council's planning register.

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About Castle Hill

Castle Hill is a settlement located in Suffolk, England.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Castle Hill 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 Castle Hill, 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, 39 planning applications were submitted near Castle Hill. Of these, 69% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (12), amendments (10), outline applications (3). 3 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Castle Hill?
In the last 24 months, 39 planning applications were submitted near Castle Hill. The approval rate is 69%.
How long do planning decisions take near Castle Hill?
The average planning decision time near Castle Hill is 54 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 Castle Hill?
The planning approval rate near Castle Hill is 69%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Castle Hill?
The most common type of planning application near Castle Hill is discharge of conditions, with 12 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Castle Hill?
You can search and track planning applications near Castle Hill on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.