Chelsworth Common, Suffolk Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Chelsworth Common, Suffolk.
Suffolk · England · settlement
About Chelsworth Common
Chelsworth is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Babergh district of Suffolk, England. Situated along the B1115 road, it is approximately 10 miles from both Sudbury and Stowmarket. The parish, which includes the hamlet of Chelsworth Common, had a population of 206 as of the 2011 census, making it a small but vibrant community for those considering planning applications in the area.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £285,290 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Babergh
- Parliamentary constituency: South Suffolk
- LSOA: Babergh 009C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Chelsworth Common.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Chelsworth Common.
- 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 Chelsworth Common based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
3 planning applications found near Chelsworth Common.
- - Near Lower Common Farm The Common Chelsworth Ipswich IP7 7HY
Development by a Statutory Undertaker - Erection of 8 No. poles
Status: Undecided | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-04-07
View full details - - The Coach House Hall Road Chelsworth Ipswich Suffolk IP7 7HX
Application for Listed Building Consent - Roofing works including associated timber and brickwork repairs
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-03-12
View full details - - The Old Hall Hall Road Chelsworth Ipswich Suffolk IP7 7HX
Application for Works to Trees Subject to a Tree Preservation Order - TPO WS23/A1- Application for Works to Trees Subject to a Tree Preservation Order - TPO WS23/A1- T1 Conifer - fell and replace with
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-10-28
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A brief summary of Chelsworth Common in Suffolk
Chelsworth is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Babergh district of Suffolk, England. Situated along the B1115 road, it is approximately 10 miles from both Sudbury and Stowmarket. The parish, which includes the hamlet of Chelsworth Common, had a population of 206 as of the 2011 census, making it a small but vibrant community for those considering planning applications in the area.
Property prices in Chelsworth Common show an average sale price of £285,290, 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 Chelsworth Common a particularly low-crime area.
Chelsworth Common has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Monks Eleigh, Bildeston, Chelsworth. 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.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Chelsworth Common includes 3 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Chelsworth Common 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.
Planning Activity in Chelsworth Common
In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Chelsworth Common. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 41 days.
This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Chelsworth Common.
The average decision time of 41 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Chelsworth Common were tree works (3), full planning applications (1), listed building and heritage (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
Nearby Towns
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.