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Planning in Halesworth

Approved
96%
22 of 22 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Halesworth in the last 24 months, from East Suffolk Council's planning register.

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About Halesworth

Halesworth is a market town and civil parish located in north-eastern Suffolk, England, with a population of 4,726 as recorded in the 2011 Census. Situated 15 miles south-west of Lowestoft, it lies along a tributary of the River Blyth, and is conveniently served by Halesworth railway station on the Ipswich–Lowestoft line. The town is surrounded by several villages, making it an attractive area for potential planning applications and developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 4,930 (2021 estimate). It sits within the East Suffolk district.

Property prices in Halesworth show an average sale price of £319,040, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Halesworth 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 Halesworth 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, Halesworth 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 Halesworth, 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, 78 planning applications were submitted near Halesworth. Of these, 96% were approved, with an average decision time of 42 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (13), outline applications (9), tree works (9). 4 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Halesworth?
In the last 24 months, 78 planning applications were submitted near Halesworth. The approval rate is 96%.
How long do planning decisions take near Halesworth?
The average planning decision time near Halesworth is 42 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 Halesworth?
The planning approval rate near Halesworth is 96%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Halesworth?
The most common type of planning application near Halesworth is full planning applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Halesworth?
You can search and track planning applications near Halesworth on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.