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Planning in Cretingham

Only 3 decisions near Cretingham in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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Around Cretingham

Postcode districts

IP13 439 applications in the last 12 monthsIP14 502 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: East Suffolk Council

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About Cretingham

Cretingham is a charming village and civil parish located in the East Suffolk district of Suffolk, England. Situated on the banks of the River Deben, it lies just 2 miles south of the A1120 road, approximately 4 miles west of Framlingham and 8 miles northwest of Woodbridge, making it an appealing area for potential planning applications and development opportunities. The settlement has a population of approximately 207 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Suffolk Coastal district.

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

The area around Cretingham has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Cretingham 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 Cretingham, 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, 7 planning applications were submitted near Cretingham.

The most common types were full planning applications (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Cretingham?
In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Cretingham.
What types of planning applications are most common near Cretingham?
The most common type of planning application near Cretingham is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Cretingham?
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