Dalham, Suffolk Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Dalham, Suffolk.
Suffolk · England · settlement
About Dalham
Dalham is a quaint village and civil parish located in the West Suffolk district of Suffolk, England. Its name, derived from Old English, translates to 'homestead in a valley' and was first documented in the historic Domesday Book. This picturesque setting may offer unique opportunities and considerations for planning applications in the area.
Population: 212 (2021)
District: Forest Heath
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £389,225 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: West Suffolk
- Parliamentary constituency: West Suffolk
- LSOA: West Suffolk 015A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Dalham.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Dalham.
- 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 Dalham based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
7 planning applications found near Dalham.
- - 2 Brookside Dalham Suffolk CB8 8TG
Trees in a Conservation Area Notification - one Ash (indicated on plan) fell
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: West Suffolk | Date: 2026-04-09
View full details - - The Coach House Denham Road Dalham Suffolk CB8 8UB
Trees in a conservation area notification - one leylandii (marked on plan) fell
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: West Suffolk | Date: 2026-04-07
View full details - - Manor Barn The Street Dalham Suffolk CB8 8TF
Trees in a conservation area notification - one Dawn redwood (T3 on plan) fell
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: West Suffolk | Date: 2026-02-10
View full details - - 27 The Street Dalham Suffolk CB8 8TF
Application for listed buildings consent - Internal alterations to relocate kitchen
Status: Permitted | Council: West Suffolk | Date: 2026-01-27
View full details - - Clare Cottage 16 Lidgate Road Dalham Suffolk CB8 8TJ
Trees in a conservation area notification - one Spruce Tree - crown reduce all round by up to two metres to suitable pruning points
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: West Suffolk | Date: 2026-01-22
View full details - - 32 The Street Dalham Suffolk CB8 8TF
Householder planning application - single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Suffolk | Date: 2023-11-13
View full details - - The Old Dairy Denham Road Dalham Suffolk CB8 8UB
Trees in a conservation area notification - one Field Maple (1 on plan) remove 4 lowest branches; one Viburnum (2 on plan) reduce height by approximately 0.5 metre and trim sides; one Jasmine (3 on pl
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: West Suffolk | Date: 2023-09-15
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A brief summary of Dalham in Suffolk
Dalham is a quaint village and civil parish located in the West Suffolk district of Suffolk, England. Its name, derived from Old English, translates to 'homestead in a valley' and was first documented in the historic Domesday Book. This picturesque setting may offer unique opportunities and considerations for planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 212 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Forest Heath district.
Property prices in Dalham show an average sale price of £389,225, 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 Dalham a particularly low-crime area.
Dalham has one conservation area within its boundaries: Dalham. 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.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Dalham includes 8 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Dalham 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 Dalham
In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Dalham. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 47 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Dalham may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 47 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Dalham were tree works (5), full planning applications (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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