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Cavenham, Suffolk Planning Applications

Track every planning application and planning permission decision near Cavenham, Suffolk. Browse by postcode, view live status and get free email alerts for new developments.

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Planning data sourced from Suffolk council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months

About Cavenham - Planning Applications & Local Development

Cavenham is a quaint village and civil parish located in Suffolk, England, approximately 10 kilometres northwest of Bury St Edmunds. Within the West Suffolk local government district, it falls under the Manor electoral ward. As of the 2021 UK census, Cavenham had a population of 141, a decrease from 229 in the 1870s, making it an area of interest for planning applications focused on rural community development. The other has a population of approximately 141 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Forest Heath district.

Property prices in Cavenham show an average sale price of £339,984, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Cavenham 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 (May 2026). This makes Cavenham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Cavenham has 8 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Cavenham 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 Cavenham, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.