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

Only 9 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 34 · received or decided in the last 12 months

44 Castle Street Eye Suffolk IP23 7AWAwaiting decisionAplication for works to trees in a Conservation Area - T1 - Mature Horse chest reduce by 3m on lateral limbs 3m on top. Existing canopy dimensions 13m x 9m reduced to 10m x 6m T2 - Willow re pollard to previously done points. Canopy 12m x 8m reduced to 6m x 3mReceived 3 Nov 2026DC/26/04701
29 Castle Street Eye Suffolk IP23 7AWAwaiting decisionApplication for works to trees in a Conservation Area - Apple tree to be reduced to ground levelReceived 29 Oct 2026DC/26/04638
43 Lowgate Street Eye Suffolk IP23 7ASAwaiting decisionNotification of works to Trees in a Conservation Area - Fell 2 No. Eucalyptus (T1 and T2)Received 20 Oct 2026DC/26/04562
29A Castle Street Eye Suffolk IP23 7AWAwaiting decisionNotification of Works to Trees in a Conservation Area - Reduce 1 No. Acacia (T1) approximately 50%. Remove leaning stem from 1 No. Acacia (T2)Received 7 Oct 2026DC/26/04347
4 White Lion House Broad Street Eye Suffolk IP23 7AFAwaiting decisionDischarge of Conditions Application for DC/26/03103 - Condition 3 (Details of new lion statue)Received 28 Sep 2026DC/26/04203

Planning in Eye

Approved: 89%; 50 of 55 decided
Decision time: about 7 weeks; on average

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

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Around Eye

Postcode districts

IP23 149 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: Babergh District Council

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About Eye

Eye is a historic market town and civil parish located in Mid Suffolk, approximately 4 miles south of Diss and 23 miles southwest of Norwich. With a population that has grown from 2,154 in 2011 to an estimated 2,210 in 2021, Eye is situated near the River Waveney, which marks the border with Norfolk. The town's unique character and development potential make it a key area for planning applications in the region. The town has a population of approximately 2,210 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Mid Suffolk district.

Property prices in Eye show an average sale price of £336,581, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Eye 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 Eye 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, Eye 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.onesuffolk.co.uk/EyeTC/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Eye, 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, 72 planning applications were submitted near Eye. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.

The most common types were tree works (17), discharge of conditions (16), full planning applications (12).

4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 4 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Eye?

In the last 24 months, 72 planning applications were submitted near Eye. The approval rate is 89%.

How long do planning decisions take near Eye?

The average planning decision time near Eye is 52 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 Eye?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Eye?

The most common type of planning application near Eye is tree works applications, with 17 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Eye?

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