How long do planning decisions take near Flixton?

The average planning decision time near Flixton 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 Flixton?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Flixton?

The most common type of planning application near Flixton is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Flixton?

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Flixton, Suffolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Flixton, Suffolk.

Suffolk · England · settlement

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Population: 180 (2021) · Area: 7.0 km²

District: Waveney

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £286,560 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: East Suffolk
Parliamentary constituency: Waveney Valley
LSOA: East Suffolk 013C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Flixton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Flixton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Flixton.

- Threeways Church Road Flixton West Bungay Suffolk NR35 1NU
Build a 5 metre-deep rear extension, an enclosed front porch, and to re-roof the dwelling with slate
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2024-11-01
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A brief summary of Flixton in Suffolk

Flixton is a settlement located in Suffolk, England. The settlement has a population of approximately 180 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Waveney district.

Flixton covers an area of approximately 7.0 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Flixton show an average sale price of £286,560, 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 Flixton a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Flixton includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Abbey Wood, Flixton SSSI; 4 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, Flixton 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 Flixton

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Flixton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.

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

The average decision time of 52 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Flixton were full planning applications (1). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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