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13 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Clare · updated daily · West Suffolk Council

Showing 1 to 5 of 13 · received or decided in the last 90 days

Clare Castle Country Park, Clare Castle Malting Lane Clare Suffolk CO10 8NWAwaiting decisionTrees in a conservation area notification - one Conifer (as indicated on plan by blue circle) crown reduction reduce in height by up six and a half metresReceived 6 Nov 2026DC/26/1705/TCA
Land Adjacent 7 Snow Hill Clare SuffolkAwaiting decisionPlanning application - one dwellingReceived 3 Nov 2026DC/26/1617/FUL
Grafton House 4 St Peters Court Clare Suffolk CO10 8NYAwaiting decisionTrees in a conservation area notification - a. 3 Birch (G1) one Cherry (T1) and one Acacia (T2) overall crown reduction by up to two metres b. one Beech (T3) and two Hazel (T4 and T5) height reduction by up to 1.5 metres c. two Maple (T6 and T7) prune to reduce the crown height and spread by up to 0.5 metresReceived 2 Nov 2026DC/26/1696/TCA
Grafton House 4 St Peters Court Clare Suffolk CO10 8NYAwaiting decisionTPO 004 (2021) tree preservation order - one Hornbeam (T1 on plan and order) overall crown reduction by up to 2.5 metresWorks to TPO'sReceived 23 Oct 2026DC/26/1632/TPO
7A Market Hill Clare Suffolk CO10 8NNAwaiting decisionTrees in a conservation area notification - one Silver Birch (on plan) crown thin by 25 percent and crown reduction by two metres one Quince (on plan) prune two branches by removing up to half a metreWorks to trees in Conservation AreaReceived 20 Oct 2026DC/26/1606/TCA

Planning in Clare

Approved: 100%; 16 of 16 decided
Decision time: about 6 weeks; on average

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

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Around Clare

Postcode districts

CO10 683 applications in the last 12 months

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About Clare

Clare is a charming market town and civil parish located on the north bank of the River Stour in West Suffolk, England, approximately 14 miles from Bury St Edmunds and 9 miles from Sudbury. Known for its rich history and period properties, Clare was awarded Village of the Year in 2010 and received the Anglia in Bloom award for Best Large Village in 2011. With a population of 2,028 in 2011, it continues to be recognized as one of the top rural locations in the UK, making it a notable area for planning applications and developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,281 (2021 estimate). It sits within the West Suffolk district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Clare 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 Clare 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, Clare 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.clare-uk.com/.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Clare, 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, 63 planning applications were submitted near Clare. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 days.

The most common types were tree works (14), discharge of conditions (10), full planning applications (7).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Clare?

In the last 24 months, 63 planning applications were submitted near Clare. The approval rate is 100%.

How long do planning decisions take near Clare?

The average planning decision time near Clare is 45 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 Clare?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Clare?

The most common type of planning application near Clare is tree works applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Clare?

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