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22 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Elmswell · updated daily · Babergh District Council

Only 7 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 22 · received or decided in the last 12 months

Elmswella St Johns Close Elmswell Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP30 9GAAwaiting decisionApplication for Works to Trees subject to Tree Preservation Order WS47/A2 - Fell leaning holly Trees (G1), Lift crown of 1 no. Yew (T1) to approximately 15ft, Fell 1 No. Laurel (T2), Fell 1 No. Holly (T3), Lift crown of 1 No. Yew (T4) to approximately 20ft, Remove leaning mid range limb from 1 No. Holly (T5) and coppice 1 No. Holly (T6)Received 23 Oct 2026DC/26/04595
Land At Eastbury House Rose Lane Elmswell IP30 9EBAwaiting decisionPlanning Application - Erection of 2 houses and associated landscaping following demolition of existing outbuilding and swimming pool.Received 15 Oct 2026DC/26/04466
Fairfield House Warren Lane Elmswell Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP30 9DTAwaiting decisionHouseholder Application - Erection of porch to front and associated alterations to fenestrationReceived 9 Oct 2026DC/26/04405
19 Oxer Close Elmswell Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP30 9UEApprovedApplication for Works to Trees subject to Tree Preservation Order MS100/A1 - Fell 1 No. Scots Pine (T1)Received 30 Sep 2026Decided 29 Oct 2026DC/26/04257
Rosefield Hawk End Lane Elmswell IP30 9EDApprovedNon-material Amendment to DC/24/04866. Instead of weather boarding externally, the applicant would like to use render.Received 30 Sep 2026Decided 21 Oct 2026DC/26/04243

Planning in Elmswell

Approved: 89%; 16 of 18 decided
Decision time: about 6 weeks; on average

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

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Around Elmswell

Postcode districts

IP30 236 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Nearby towns and villages

Planning authority: Babergh District Council

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About Elmswell

Elmswell is a village and civil parish located in Suffolk, England, nestled between Bury St. Edmunds and Stowmarket, and just north of the A14 road. This strategic position makes it a focal point for planning applications and development opportunities in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 4,446 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Mid Suffolk district.

Property prices in Elmswell show an average sale price of £339,984, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Elmswell 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 (May 2026). This makes Elmswell a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Elmswell has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Elmswell 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Elmswell, 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, 35 planning applications were submitted near Elmswell. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 42 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (9), full planning applications (6), tree works (3).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Elmswell?

In the last 24 months, 35 planning applications were submitted near Elmswell. The approval rate is 89%.

How long do planning decisions take near Elmswell?

The average planning decision time near Elmswell is 42 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 Elmswell?

The planning approval rate near Elmswell is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Elmswell?

The most common type of planning application near Elmswell is discharge of conditions, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Elmswell?

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