Flowton, Suffolk Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Flowton, Suffolk.
Suffolk · England · settlement
About Flowton
Flowton is a quaint village and civil parish in Mid Suffolk, England, home to a small community of 117 residents. Situated six miles northwest of Ipswich, the area is characterized by rural farmland, scattered farmhouses, and newer developments near the historic St Mary's Church. With its pastoral charm and a rich agricultural heritage, Flowton presents a unique opportunity for planning applications focused on rural development and community enhancement.
Population: 111 (2021)
District: Mid Suffolk
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Area Information
- Admin district: Babergh
- Parliamentary constituency: South Suffolk
- LSOA: Babergh 005A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Flowton.
- 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 Flowton based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
14 planning applications found near Flowton.
- - Land To The South Of Church Farm, Somersham IP8 4PN And Land To The East Of The Channel, Burstall Suffolk IP8 4JL
Confirmation of Compliance with Conditions for DC/23/02118 - Condition 1 (Commencement Time Limit)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-03-26
View full details - - Land To The East Of The Channel Burstall Hill
Discharge of Conditions Application for DC/21/00060 - Condition 14 (Landscaping Scheme) and 24 (Emergency Response Plan)
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-02-09
View full details - - Land To The South Of Church Farm, Somersham IP8 4PN And Land To The East Of The Channel, Burstall Suffolk IP8 4JL
Discharge of Conditions Application for DC/23/02118 - Condition 14 (Landscaping Plan) and 21 (Emergency Response Plan)
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-02-09
View full details - - Land To The South Of Church Farm, Somersham IP8 4PN And Land To The East Of The Channel, Burstall Suffolk IP8 4JL
Discharge of Conditions Application for DC/23/02118 - Condition 3 (Notification of Implementation)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-02-06
View full details - - Land To The East Of The Channel, Burstall Hill
Confirmation of Compliance with Conditions for DC/21/00060 - Condition 1 (Time Limit - Commencement)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-02-06
View full details - - Land To The South Of Church Farm, Somersham IP8 4PN And Land To The East Of The Channel, Burstall Suffolk IP8 4JL
Discharge of Conditions Application for DC/23/02118 - Condition 13 (Surface Water Drainage Strategy)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-12-01
View full details - - Land To The East Of The Channel, Burstall Hill
Discharge of Conditions Application for DC/21/00060 - Condition 13 (Surface Water Drainage Strategy)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-12-01
View full details - - Land To The East Of The Channel, Burstall Hill
Discharge of Conditions Application for DC/23/02118 - Condition 19 (Details of Proposed Access)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-10-14
View full details - - Land To The South Of Church Farm, Somersham IP8 4PN And Land To The East Of The Channel, Burstall Suffolk IP8 4JL
Application for a Non-Material Amendment relating to DC/21/00060 - Amendment to the site layout of the facility to take into consideration 4 panel system, and alternative layout for BESS facility.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-10-14
View full details - - Land To The East Of The Channel, Burstall Hill
Discharge of Conditions Application for DC/21/00060 - Condition 22 (Details of Proposed Access)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-10-14
View full details - - Land To The East Of The Channel, Burstall Hill
Application for Non-Material Amendment relating to DC/23/02118 - Variation to the site layout of the facility to take into consideration 4 panel system, and alternative layout for BESS facility.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-10-14
View full details - - Land To The East Of The Channel, Burstall Hill
Discharge of Conditions Application for DC/23/02118 - Condition 5 (Skylark Mitigation) Condition 16 (Arboricultural Method Statement) Condition 18 (Construction Environmental Management Plan) Conditio
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-10-02
View full details - - Bramford Sub Station Bullen Lane Bramford Ipswich Suffolk IP8 4JL
Discharge of Conditions Application for DC/23/04729 - Condition 8 (Construction Environmental Management Plan)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-07-15
View full details - - Land To The South Of Church Farm, Somersham IP8 4PN And Land To The East Of The Channel, Burstall Suffolk IP8 4JL
Discharge of Condition Application for DC/23/04730 - Condition 8 (Construction Environmental Management Plan)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-07-14
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A brief summary of Flowton in Suffolk
Flowton is a quaint village and civil parish in Mid Suffolk, England, home to a small community of 117 residents. Situated six miles northwest of Ipswich, the area is characterized by rural farmland, scattered farmhouses, and newer developments near the historic St Mary's Church. With its pastoral charm and a rich agricultural heritage, Flowton presents a unique opportunity for planning applications focused on rural development and community enhancement. The settlement has a population of approximately 111 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Mid Suffolk district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Flowton a particularly low-crime area.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Flowton includes 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, Flowton 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 Flowton
In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Flowton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 31 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Flowton may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 31 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Flowton were discharge of conditions (12), amendments (2).
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