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Planning in Chillesford

No decisions near Chillesford in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Chillesford in the last 24 months, from East Suffolk Council's planning register.

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About Chillesford

Chillesford is a quaint village and civil parish in East Suffolk, situated along the B1084 road, which connects the area east to west. Located just 3 miles northwest of Orford and within easy reach of Aldeburgh and Saxmundham, Chillesford boasts a small population of approximately 120 residents and around 60 houses. For planning applications, it is important to note that the population data is included in the civil parish of Butley according to the 2011 Census. The settlement has a population of approximately 151 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Suffolk Coastal district.

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

The area around Chillesford has 11 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Chillesford 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 Chillesford, 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, 2 planning applications were submitted near Chillesford.

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How many planning applications have been submitted near Chillesford?
In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Chillesford.
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