Search Drinkstone planning applications
10 applications on record · within 1 km of the centre of Drinkstone · updated daily · Babergh District Council
Only 2 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows every one we hold.
- Home Farm The Street Drinkstone Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP30 9SXApprovedApplication for works to trees subject to a Tree Preservation Order MS3115/W1 - T1Twin Stemmed Sycamore: Reduce the canopy in height by up to 4m Recue side lateral branches by up to 3m Raise lower canopy of the tree by up to 5m from ground level Works are to maintain size and dimensions next to neighbouring property and create future pruning points for routine maintenance next to neighbouring propertyReceived 31 Jul 2026Decided 28 Aug 2026DC/26/03285
- Kingfisher The Street Drinkstone Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP30 9SXApprovedHouseholder Application -Alterations, restoration and refurbishment of detached dwelling with associated outhouses.Householder Planning ApplicationReceived 17 Jul 2026Decided 24 Sep 2026DC/26/03081
- Abbots Lodge The Street Drinkstone Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP30 9SXApprovedDischarge of Conditions Application for DC/25/05532 - Condition 6 (Air Source Heat Pumps)Discharge of Condition(s)Received 23 Mar 2026Decided 14 Apr 2026DC/26/01244
- Rookery Meade Farm Beyton Road Drinkstone IP30 9SSApprovedApplication to determine if prior approval is required for a proposed: Erection, Extension or Alteration of a Building for Agricultural or Forestry use The Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (England) Order 2015 (as amended) - Schedule 2, Part 6. Erection of agricultural barn for grain storageAgricultural DeterminationReceived 5 Mar 2026Decided 27 Mar 2026DC/26/00948
- 6 Great Barn Gedding Road Drinkstone Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP30 9SZApprovedApplication for works to Trees subject to Tree Preservation Order MS153 - 2 No. Oak - Remove the lowest limbs hanging over the houses and give a roof clearance of 4 metersTree Preservation Order - Works RelatedReceived 5 Mar 2026Decided 2 Apr 2026DC/26/00935
Planning in Drinkstone
Only 5 decisions near Drinkstone in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Drinkstone in the last 24 months, from Babergh District Council's planning register.
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IP30 236 applications in the last 12 months
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Planning authority: Babergh District Council
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About Drinkstone
Drinkstone is a quaint civil parish in Suffolk, England, known for its historical roots dating back to the Domesday Book of 1086. Situated approximately 6 miles southeast of Bury St Edmunds and close to the A14 road, this small settlement offers a unique blend of rural charm and accessibility, making it an area of interest for planning applications and development considerations. The settlement has a population of approximately 587 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Mid Suffolk district.
There are currently no active flood warnings for the Drinkstone 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 Drinkstone a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Drinkstone has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Drinkstone 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 Drinkstone, 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, 6 planning applications were submitted near Drinkstone.
The most common types were full planning applications (2), tree works (1), discharge of conditions (1).