Gedding, Suffolk Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Gedding, Suffolk.
Suffolk · England · settlement
About Gedding
Gedding is a quaint village and civil parish situated in the Mid Suffolk district of eastern England, approximately six miles southeast of Bury St Edmunds. With a population of 125 recorded in the 2011 census, the number has seen a slight increase to 134 by the 2018 ONS mid-year estimate, making it a small yet vibrant community that may be of interest for local planning applications.
Population: 129 (2021)
District: Mid Suffolk
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Area Information
- Admin district: Babergh
- Parliamentary constituency: South Suffolk
- LSOA: Babergh 001C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Gedding.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Gedding.
- 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 Gedding based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
10 planning applications found near Gedding.
- - Felsham Village Hall Church Road Felsham Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP30 0PJ
Application for Non-Material Amendment relating to DC/24/04853 dated 25/04/2025 - Addition of ramped access to the entrance serving the existing village hall and the proposed new shop and cafe and to
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-05-05
View full details - - Six Bells Inn Church Road Felsham Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP30 0PJ
Application for Listed Building Consent - Installation of external signage and lighting
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-10-15
View full details - - Six Bells Inn Church Road Felsham Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP30 0PJ
Application for consent to display an Advertisement(s) - Installation of external signage and lighting
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-10-15
View full details - - Live And Let Live Upper Green Felsham IP30 0PL
Householder Application. Retention of construction of dormer window to bathroom on east elevation
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-09-19
View full details - - Live And Let Live Upper Green Felsham IP30 0PL
Application for Listed Building Consent. Construction of dormer window to bathroom on east elevation
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-09-19
View full details - - Upper Green Cockfield Road Felsham Suffolk
Full Planning Application - Erection of village sign
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-07-19
View full details - - Garage/Annex The Old Rectory Church Road Felsham Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP30 0PW
Householder Application - Removal of an external staircase, and insertion of new doors, windows and panels to the Annex/Garage Outbuilding. Conversion of one East facing garage into a toilet, shower/C
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-06-04
View full details - - Lower Green Cottage Lower Green Felsham Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP30 0PP
Discharge of Conditions Application for DC/24/01073 - Condition 3 (Door)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2024-05-29
View full details - - 6 Church Road Felsham Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP30 0PN
Notification of Works to Trees in a Conservation Area - Fell 1No. Sycamore tree (T1) in rear garden.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2024-05-15
View full details - - The Old Rectory Church Road Felsham Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP30 0PW
Discharge of Conditions Application for DC/23/02833 - Condition 9 (Tennis Court Materials)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2023-10-17
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A brief summary of Gedding in Suffolk
Gedding is a quaint village and civil parish situated in the Mid Suffolk district of eastern England, approximately six miles southeast of Bury St Edmunds. With a population of 125 recorded in the 2011 census, the number has seen a slight increase to 134 by the 2018 ONS mid-year estimate, making it a small yet vibrant community that may be of interest for local planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 129 (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 Gedding a particularly low-crime area.
Gedding has one conservation area within its boundaries: Felsham. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Gedding includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Bradfield Woods SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
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Planning Activity in Gedding
In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Gedding. 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 Gedding 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 Gedding were full planning applications (4), listed building and heritage (2), tree works (2). Full planning applications account for 36% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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