How long do planning decisions take near Clopton Green (CB8)?

The average planning decision time near Clopton Green (CB8) is 39 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 Clopton Green (CB8)?

The planning approval rate near Clopton Green (CB8) is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Clopton Green (CB8)?

The most common type of planning application near Clopton Green (CB8) is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Clopton Green (CB8)?

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Clopton Green (CB8), Suffolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Clopton Green (CB8), Suffolk.

Suffolk · England · settlement

Planning applications in Clopton Green (CB8) are administered by Babergh District Council. View the full Babergh District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £312,250 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: East Cambridgeshire
Parliamentary constituency: Ely and East Cambridgeshire
LSOA: East Cambridgeshire 011C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Clopton Green (CB8).

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Clopton Green (CB8).

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 Clopton Green (CB8) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Clopton Green (CB8).

DCON(A)/25/0087 - Giffords Hall Cottages Giffords Lane Wickhambrook Suffolk CB8 8PQ
Application to discharge conditions 4 (materials), 8 (windows) and 9 (joinery) of application DC/25/0087/LB
Status: Undecided | Council: West Suffolk | Date: 2026-05-07
DCON(A)/25/0086 - Giffords Hall Cottages Giffords Lane Wickhambrook Suffolk CB8 8PQ
Application to discharge conditions 8 (CEMP), 9 (LEMP), 11 (lighting scheme), 12 (arboricultural method statement) and 13 (tree protection plan) of application DC/25/0086/FUL
Status: Undecided | Council: West Suffolk | Date: 2026-05-06
- Clopton Hall Giffords Lane Wickhambrook Suffolk CB8 8PQ
Householder planning application - a. swimming pool and terrace to rear of dwelling b. partial demolition of existing outbuilding
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Suffolk | Date: 2025-05-23
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A brief summary of Clopton Green (CB8) in Suffolk

Clopton Green (CB8) is a settlement located in Suffolk, England.

Property prices in Clopton Green (CB8) show an average sale price of £312,250, 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 Clopton Green (CB8) a particularly low-crime area.

Clopton Green (CB8) has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Wickhambrook, Denston. 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 Clopton Green (CB8) includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Clopton Green (CB8)

In the last 24 months, 13 planning applications were submitted near Clopton Green (CB8). Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 39 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 Clopton Green (CB8).

The average decision time of 39 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Clopton Green (CB8) were full planning applications (2), tree works (2), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 15% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 6 smaller schemes were submitted.

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