How long do planning decisions take near Cockfield?

The average planning decision time near Cockfield is 36 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 Cockfield?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Cockfield?

The most common type of planning application near Cockfield is discharge of conditions, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Cockfield, Suffolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Cockfield, Suffolk.

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About Cockfield

Cockfield is a charming village and civil parish situated about 3.5 miles from Lavenham in Suffolk, England. Comprising a central hub and several smaller hamlets—Buttons Green, Colchester Green, Cross Green, Great Green, Oldhall Green, Smithwood Green, and Windsor Green—the area is predominantly surrounded by agricultural fields and features limited roadways. The population has seen a slight increase from 839 in 2001 to 868 by the 2011 Census, reflecting its appeal in a rural setting ideal for planning applications related to residential development and agricultural projects.

Population: 937 (2021)

District: Babergh

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £338,147 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Mid Suffolk
Parliamentary constituency: Bury St Edmunds and Stowmarket
LSOA: Mid Suffolk 004B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Cockfield.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Cockfield.

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 Cockfield based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

8 planning applications found near Cockfield.

- Church Cottage Church Lane Cockfield Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP30 0LA
Discharge of Conditions Application for DC/25/01023 - Condition 9 (Plaster Specification)
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-03-09
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- Church Cottage Church Lane Cockfield Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP30 0LA
Discharge of Conditions Application for DC/25/01023 - Condition 7 (Brickwork Sample Panel)
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-03-09
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- Church Cottage Church Lane Cockfield Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP30 0LA
Discharge of Conditions Application for DC/25/01023 - Condition 6 (Reinstated Brick Details)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-03-09
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- Church Cottage Church Lane Cockfield Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP30 0LA
Discharge of Conditions Application for DC/25/01023 - Condition 16 (External Light Details)
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-03-09
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- Church Cottage Church Lane Cockfield Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP30 0LA
Discharge of Conditions Application for DC/25/01023 - Condition 3 (LPA Inspection and Additional Repair Details)
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-02-02
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- Church Cottage Church Lane Cockfield Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP30 0LA
Discharge of Conditions Application for DC/25/01023 - Condition 4 (Fist Floor/Staircase Structural Support Details)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-02-02
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- Church Cottage Church Lane Cockfield Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP30 0LA
Discharge of Conditions Application for DC/25/01023 - Condition 9 (Plaster Specification)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-07-21
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- The Abbey Cottage Windsor Green Cockfield Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP30 0LY
Householder Application - Erection of summer house, fencing and installation of an oil tank (retention of).
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2023-07-14
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A brief summary of Cockfield in Suffolk

Property prices in Cockfield show an average sale price of £338,147, 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 Cockfield a particularly low-crime area.

Cockfield has one conservation area within its boundaries: Cross Green Cockfield. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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.

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Planning Activity in Cockfield

In the last 24 months, 12 planning applications were submitted near Cockfield. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 36 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Cockfield may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 36 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Cockfield were discharge of conditions (10), full planning applications (1), outline applications (1).

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