Fakenham Magna, Suffolk Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Fakenham Magna, Suffolk.
Suffolk · England · settlement
About Fakenham Magna
Fakenham Magna is a quaint village and civil parish located in the West Suffolk district of Suffolk, England. Its name, derived from Old English, translates to "Facca's homestead," while "Magna," meaning "great" in Latin, distinguishes it from the larger Fakenham in Norfolk. Historically, during World War II, the village was referred to as "Little Fakenham" to prevent confusion with its namesake. This charming locale may present various opportunities for planning applications, reflecting its rich history and community character.
Population: 159 (2021)
District: St Edmundsbury
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £273,973 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Breckland
- Parliamentary constituency: South West Norfolk
- LSOA: Breckland 016A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Fakenham Magna.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Fakenham Magna.
- 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 Fakenham Magna based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
4 planning applications found near Fakenham Magna.
- - The Old Rectory Thetford Road Fakenham Magna Suffolk IP24 2QX
Householder planning application - a. replace existing first floor double doors with window on rear elevation b. create new opening on rear elevation to form juliet balcony
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: West Suffolk | Date: 2026-02-06
View full details - - White Cottage Broom Hill Lane Fakenham Magna Suffolk IP24 2QY
Trees in a conservation area notification - one Ash (T1 on plan) remove lowest stem over garden orientated to the west, two Hawthorn (within G1 on plan) coppice to ground level, one Privet hedge (H1 o
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: West Suffolk | Date: 2026-01-25
View full details - - Pump House Thetford Road Fakenham Magna Suffolk IP24 2QX
Trees in a conservation area notification - one cherry (shown on plan) fell, one acer maple (shown on plan) overall crown reduction by two metres, one variegated maple (shown on plan) overall crown re
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: West Suffolk | Date: 2025-08-17
View full details - - Chalk Farm Thetford Road Fakenham Magna Suffolk IP24 2QX
Trees in a conservation area notification - one silver birch (marked on plan) overall crown reduction by 3.5 metres, two crack willows (marked on plan) fell
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: West Suffolk | Date: 2025-06-09
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A brief summary of Fakenham Magna in Suffolk
Fakenham Magna is a quaint village and civil parish located in the West Suffolk district of Suffolk, England. Its name, derived from Old English, translates to "Facca's homestead," while "Magna," meaning "great" in Latin, distinguishes it from the larger Fakenham in Norfolk. Historically, during World War II, the village was referred to as "Little Fakenham" to prevent confusion with its namesake. This charming locale may present various opportunities for planning applications, reflecting its rich history and community character. The settlement has a population of approximately 159 (2021 estimate). It sits within the St Edmundsbury district.
Property prices in Fakenham Magna show an average sale price of £273,973, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Fakenham Magna a particularly low-crime area.
Fakenham Magna has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Euston, Honington, Fakenham Magna. 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Fakenham Magna 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.
Planning Activity in Fakenham Magna
In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Fakenham Magna. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 33 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Fakenham Magna may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 33 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Fakenham Magna were tree works (3), full planning applications (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
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