How long do planning decisions take near Harkstead?

The average planning decision time near Harkstead is 31 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 Harkstead?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Harkstead?

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

How can I track planning applications near Harkstead?

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Harkstead, Suffolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Harkstead, Suffolk.

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About Harkstead

Harkstead is a picturesque village and civil parish in Suffolk, England, positioned on the northern bank of the River Stour estuary at Holbrook Bay. Located on the Shotley peninsula, it lies approximately 7 miles (11 km) south of Ipswich and falls within the Babergh local government district, making it an area of interest for planning applications due to its scenic location and local governance.

Population: 314 (2021)

District: Babergh

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £285,290 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Babergh
Parliamentary constituency: South Suffolk
LSOA: Babergh 010F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Harkstead.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Harkstead based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Harkstead.

- Vine Cottage Alton Green Holbrook Ipswich Suffolk IP9 2RN
Householder Application - Erection of a single storey side extension following demolition of existing porch and lean to
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-04-22
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- Beach View Walnut Tree Lane Harkstead IP9 1BS
Planning Application. Demolition of existing dwelling and outbuildings and erection of 1no dwelling and detached garage
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-04-15
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- Copperas Reach Shore Lane Harkstead Ipswich Suffolk IP9 1BW
Discharge of Conditions Application for DC/24/03390 - Condition 3 (Outdoor Shower Walls)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2024-11-22
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- Rose Farm Ipswich Road Harkstead Ipswich Suffolk IP9 1BJ
Application under S73a for Removal or Variation of a Condition following grant of Planning Permission W4656/10 dated 31.10.1972 - Town and Country Planning Act 1990 - To remove Condition 2 (Agricultur
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2024-01-26
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A brief summary of Harkstead in Suffolk

Property prices in Harkstead show an average sale price of £285,290, 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 Harkstead a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Harkstead includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Stour Estuary SSSI; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Suffolk Coast & Heaths; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Stour and Orwell Estuaries; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Stour and Orwell Estuaries. 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 Harkstead

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Harkstead. 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 Harkstead 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 Harkstead were full planning applications (2), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 67% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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