How long do planning decisions take near Denston?

The average planning decision time near Denston is 155 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 Denston?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Denston?

The most common type of planning application near Denston is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Denston?

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Denston, Suffolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Denston, Suffolk.

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About Denston

Denston is a civil parish and village in West Suffolk, England, situated approximately eight miles south-west of Bury St Edmunds. With a population of around 120 as of 2005, the village is fully designated as a conservation area, highlighting its historical significance. The parish is home to an Anglican church dedicated to St Nicholas, adding to its charm and community character. Denston is also located just south of Wickhambrook, making it a potential area of interest for planning applications.

Population: 100 (2021)

District: St Edmundsbury

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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 Denston.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Denston based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Denston.

- Denston Hall Top Green Denston Newmarket Suffolk CB8 8PW
Planning application - single storey eye catcher building
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: West Suffolk | Date: 2026-01-16
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- Hill House Top Green Denston Suffolk CB8 8PW
Householder planning application - a. conversion of barn to habitable space b. single storey extension to barn c. single storey canopy extension to barn
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Suffolk | Date: 2025-02-07
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- Hill House Top Green Denston Suffolk CB8 8PW
Tree in a conservation area notification - one Poplar (T1 on plan) - fell
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: West Suffolk | Date: 2023-11-01
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A brief summary of Denston in Suffolk

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Denston a particularly low-crime area.

Denston has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Wickhambrook, Denston. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Denston includes 6 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Denston

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Denston. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 155 days.

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

With an average of 155 days, decisions near Denston take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 6-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Denston were full planning applications (3). Full planning applications account for 75% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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