How long do planning decisions take near Gislingham?

The average planning decision time near Gislingham is 36 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 Gislingham?

The planning approval rate near Gislingham is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Gislingham?

The most common type of planning application near Gislingham is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Gislingham?

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Gislingham, Suffolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Gislingham, Suffolk.

Suffolk · England · settlement

Planning applications in Gislingham are administered by Mid Suffolk District Council. View the full Mid Suffolk District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Gislingham

Gislingham is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the Mid Suffolk district of eastern England. Known for its rural charm, this community offers a blend of historical architecture and modern amenities, making it a relevant area for planning applications and development inquiries.

Population: 1,172 (2021)

District: Mid Suffolk

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £427,456 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Mid Suffolk
Parliamentary constituency: Waveney Valley
LSOA: Mid Suffolk 001D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Gislingham.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Gislingham based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Gislingham.

- 5 Hillcrest Gislingham Eye Suffolk IP23 8HR
Householder Application - Erection of a single storey rear extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-02-27
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- Hawthorn House Spring Close Gislingham Eye Suffolk IP23 8GZ
Notification of Works to Trees subject to TPO (MS325/T1) - reduction of approximately 20% of T1 Walnut Tree
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-02-26
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A brief summary of Gislingham in Suffolk

Property prices in Gislingham show an average sale price of £427,456, 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 Gislingham a particularly low-crime area.

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

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Gislingham. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 36 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Gislingham.

The average decision time of 36 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Gislingham were full planning applications (2), outline applications (1), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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