Search Finningham planning applications

337 applications on record · within 1 km of the centre of Finningham · updated daily · Babergh District Council

Only 1 application in the last 90 days, so this shows every one we hold.

Showing 1 to 5 of 337

Stilstead House Church Meadow Gislingham Road Finningham Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 4JUAwaiting decisionHouseholder Application - Replacement windows and doorsReceived 21 Oct 2026DC/26/04546
Stilstead House Church Meadow Gislingham Road Finningham Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 4JUAwaiting decisionHouseholder Application- Erection of a single storey rear extension (Following removal of conservatory)Householder Planning ApplicationReceived 28 May 2026DC/26/02255
Riverside Gislingham Road Finningham Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 4HYApprovedDischarge of Conditions Application for DC/25/03856 - Condition 3 (Scheme of Surface Water Drainage)Discharge of Condition(s)Received 5 May 2026Decided 24 Jun 2026DC/26/01918
Knock O Ronald Church Meadow Gislingham Road Finningham Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 4JUApprovedApplication for works to trees in a Conservation Area - T1 Silver Birch - Reduce height by 3 meters and reduce sides by 1-1.5 meters to maintain the shape T2 Silver Birch - Reduce height by 3 meters and reduce sides by 1-1.5 meters to maintain the shape T3 Cherry - Reduce height by 3.5 meters and reduce sides by 1.5 meters to balance the crown T4 Hawthorn - Remove to ground level.Notification: Works to Trees in Con AreaReceived 14 Apr 2026Decided 15 May 2026DC/26/01578
The Paddocks Walsham Road Finningham Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 4JEWithdrawnApplication for works to trees in a Conservation Area - Works to a Sycamore to coppice the Sycamore.Notification: Works to Trees in Con AreaReceived 12 Mar 2026Decided 16 Apr 2026DC/26/01087

Planning in Finningham

Approved: 83%; 19 of 20 decided
Decision time: about 8 weeks; on average

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

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Around Finningham

Postcode districts

IP14 502 applications in the last 12 monthsIP4 123 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 Finningham

Finningham is a quaint village and civil parish in the Mid Suffolk district of Suffolk, situated about 7.5 miles north of Stowmarket and 16 miles from Ipswich. As of the 2011 census, the village had a population of 480, making it a small but vibrant community, ideal for those considering planning applications in a tranquil setting. The settlement has a population of approximately 491 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Mid Suffolk district.

Property prices in Finningham show an average sale price of £330,145, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Finningham 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 Finningham 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, Finningham 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 Finningham, 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, 26 planning applications were submitted near Finningham. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

The most common types were tree works (10), full planning applications (8), discharge of conditions (3).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Finningham?

In the last 24 months, 26 planning applications were submitted near Finningham. The approval rate is 83%.

How long do planning decisions take near Finningham?

The average planning decision time near Finningham is 56 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 Finningham?

The planning approval rate near Finningham is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Finningham?

The most common type of planning application near Finningham is tree works applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Finningham?

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