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Planning in Debenham

Approved
100%
16 of 16 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Debenham in the last 24 months, from Babergh District Council's planning register.

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About Debenham

Debenham is a picturesque village and civil parish situated 11 miles north of Ipswich in Suffolk's Mid Suffolk district. The River Deben originates within the parish, meandering through the village and creating a unique ford, which may influence local planning and development considerations. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,233 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Mid Suffolk district.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Debenham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Debenham 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.debenhamsuffolk.co.uk/.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Debenham, 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, 42 planning applications were submitted near Debenham. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 47 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (8), listed building and heritage (6), tree works (5).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Debenham?
In the last 24 months, 42 planning applications were submitted near Debenham. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Debenham?
The average planning decision time near Debenham is 47 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 Debenham?
The planning approval rate near Debenham is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Debenham?
The most common type of planning application near Debenham is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Debenham?
You can search and track planning applications near Debenham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.