How long do planning decisions take near Farnham?

The average planning decision time near Farnham is 63 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 Farnham?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Farnham?

The most common type of planning application near Farnham is discharge of conditions, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Farnham?

You can search and track planning applications near Farnham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.

Farnham, Suffolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Farnham, Suffolk.

Suffolk · England · settlement

View council

About Farnham

Farnham is a village and civil parish situated approximately 3 miles south-west of Saxmundham in Suffolk, along the A12 road. It is positioned west of Friday Street, south of Benhall Low Street, and north-east of Stratford St Andrew, making it a key location for any planning applications in the area.

Population: 119 (2021)

District: Suffolk Coastal

Enter a postcode to search for planning applications near Farnham.

Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £682,323 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: East Suffolk
Parliamentary constituency: Suffolk Coastal
LSOA: East Suffolk 018A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Farnham.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Farnham based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Farnham.

- Elm Tree Cottage The Street Farnham Saxmundham Suffolk IP17 1JZ
Discharge of Conditions 1 and (Part of) 3 of DC/23/3272/LBC - Listed Building Consent - Re-roofing work to C19 single storey extension, alteration of chimney stack and fireplaces, replacement of door
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2025-11-07
View full details
- Unit 3A Farnham Industrial Estate The Street Farnham Saxmundham Suffolk IP17 1JZ
Replacement of 2 existing workshops with 1 new steel frame workshop and revised parking provision
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2024-10-11
View full details
- Land Of Low Street, About 750 Metres From A12 On Left Hand Side Accessed By Hardcore Track Benhall
Prior Notification - Dutch Barn for storage of straw
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2023-07-19
View full details
- Ash Tree Cottage The Street Farnham Saxmundham Suffolk IP17 1LE
T2 of TPO No. 136/20001no. Ash - Re-pollard to previous pruning points
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2022-12-30
View full details

Use the filter and sort options to search descriptions, addresses, and references. Sort by newest or oldest applications.

A brief summary of Farnham in Suffolk

Property prices in Farnham show an average sale price of £682,323, 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 Farnham a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Farnham includes 3 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Farnham. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 63 days.

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

At 63 days on average, decisions near Farnham slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Farnham were discharge of conditions (4), full planning applications (2).

Nearby Towns

Explore planning applications in nearby areas:

Related Planning Guides

What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.