How long do planning decisions take near Curlew Green?

The average planning decision time near Curlew Green is 34 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 Curlew Green?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Curlew Green?

The most common type of planning application near Curlew Green is tree works applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Curlew Green?

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Curlew Green, Suffolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Curlew Green, Suffolk.

Suffolk · England · settlement

Planning applications in Curlew Green are administered by East Suffolk Council. View the full East Suffolk Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Curlew Green

Curlew Green is a notable part of Kelsale cum Carlton, a large civil parish in Suffolk, located north of Saxmundham. Established in 1885, the parish encompasses several villages and hamlets, including Kelsale and Carlton, with a population of 990 recorded at the 2011 Census. This area is part of the Hoxne Hundred and offers a unique setting for potential planning applications, given its size and community structure.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £403,016 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: East Suffolk
Parliamentary constituency: Suffolk Coastal
LSOA: East Suffolk 016A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Curlew Green.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Curlew Green based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

7 planning applications found near Curlew Green.

- 12 Church Close Kelsale Cum Carlton Saxmundham Suffolk IP17 2PA
1no. Lime (T1 on plan) - Fell
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2026-05-07
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- Sycamore Lodge 9 Church Close Kelsale Cum Carlton Saxmundham Suffolk IP17 2PA
1no. Sycamore (1 on plan) - Fell
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2026-04-21
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- The Old Manor House Bridge Street Kelsale Cum Carlton Saxmundham Suffolk IP17 2PG
Group of Hornbeam (TG1 on plan) - Fell
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2026-03-23
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- Kelsale Place Cottage Main Road Kelsale Cum Carlton Saxmundham Suffolk IP17 2RD
To return the property to its historic 2 cottages with internal alterations and extension to smaller north cottage to make it more suitable for modern use. Two storey side and rear extension with smal
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2026-03-16
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- The Old School House Dennys Lane Kelsale Cum Carlton Saxmundham Suffolk IP17 2PD
1no. Ash (T1 on plan) - Reduce lateral spread by up to 2.5 metres 1no. Oak (T2 on plan) - Overall crown reduction by up to 3 metres and crown lift to 3.5 metres above ground 1no. Ash (T3 on plan) - Re
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2026-02-23
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- Sycamore Lodge 9 Church Close Kelsale Cum Carlton Saxmundham Suffolk IP17 2PA
1no. Sycamore (marked on plan) - Fell
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2023-05-16
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- Cherry Tree Cottage Curlew Green Kelsale Cum Carlton Saxmundham Suffolk IP17 2RA
Replacement of caravan with demountable cabin
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2023-01-05
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A brief summary of Curlew Green in Suffolk

Property prices in Curlew Green show an average sale price of £403,016, 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 Curlew Green a particularly low-crime area.

Curlew Green has one conservation area within its boundaries: Kelsale. 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 Curlew Green

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Curlew Green. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 34 days.

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

The average decision time of 34 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Curlew Green were tree works (5), full planning applications (2), discharge of conditions (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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