How long do planning decisions take near Cotton?

The average planning decision time near Cotton is 46 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 Cotton?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Cotton?

The most common type of planning application near Cotton is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Cotton?

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Cotton, Suffolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Cotton, Suffolk.

Suffolk · England · settlement

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About Cotton

Cotton is a quaint village and civil parish in the Mid Suffolk district of eastern England. Situated approximately 4.5 miles northeast of Stowmarket and 2.5 miles northwest of Mendlesham, Cotton is conveniently located near the Great Eastern Main Line and the A140. The parish also encompasses the small hamlet of Dandy Corner, making it an appealing area for those exploring planning applications in the vicinity.

Population: 565 (2021)

District: Mid Suffolk

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Property Prices

Average property sale price: £308,161 (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 009A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Cotton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Cotton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Cotton.

- Land On The West Side Broad Road Bacton Suffolk
Application for the Modification of a Section 106 Planning Obligation relating to DC/19/00646 for the tenures of the Affordable Houses
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-02-11
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- Blackthorn House Blacksmith Road Cotton IP14 4QN
Full Planning Application - Erection of open fronted agricultural storage building to existing domestic storage building.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-02-11
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- Saker House Mill Road Cotton Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 4QR
Application for a Non-Material Amendment relating to DC/23/01843 - Alterations to approved single storey rear extension including pitched lean-to tiled roof and external hardie-plank cladding.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2024-06-26
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A brief summary of Cotton in Suffolk

Property prices in Cotton show an average sale price of £308,161, 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 Cotton a particularly low-crime area.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Cotton 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 Cotton

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Cotton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 days.

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

The average decision time of 46 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Cotton were full planning applications (4), discharge of conditions (3), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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