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Planning in Hartest

Only 8 decisions near Hartest in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Hartest in the last 24 months, from Babergh District Council's planning register.

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About Hartest

Hartest is a quaint village and civil parish situated in the Babergh district of Suffolk, nestled in the picturesque Glem valley. Conveniently positioned on the B1066 road, it lies approximately halfway between the towns of Bury St. Edmunds and Sudbury, with Brockley just two miles to the north, making it an intriguing area for planning applications and rural development opportunities. The settlement has a population of approximately 471 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Babergh district.

Property prices in Hartest show an average sale price of £339,984, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Hartest 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 Hartest a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Hartest has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Hartest 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 Hartest, 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, 22 planning applications were submitted near Hartest.

The most common types were tree works (4), listed building and heritage (3), discharge of conditions (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Hartest?
In the last 24 months, 22 planning applications were submitted near Hartest.
What types of planning applications are most common near Hartest?
The most common type of planning application near Hartest is tree works applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Hartest?
You can search and track planning applications near Hartest on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.