Haughley, Suffolk Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Haughley, Suffolk.
Suffolk · England · settlement
About Haughley
Haughley is a civil parish and village situated in the Mid Suffolk district of England, approximately 2 miles northwest of Stowmarket, along the A14 corridor. With a population of 1,638 as of the 2011 census, Haughley boasts a rich history, highlighted by its mention in the Domesday Book, a historic castle, and a church that served as a stop for pilgrims heading to Bury St Edmunds Abbey. The village is also notable for its agricultural significance, being home to one of the first studies of organic farming and the original headquarters of the Soil Association.
Population: 1,646 (2021)
District: Mid Suffolk
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £308,161 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Mid Suffolk
- Parliamentary constituency: Central Suffolk and North Ipswich
- LSOA: Mid Suffolk 009B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Haughley.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Haughley.
- 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 Haughley based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
36 planning applications found near Haughley.
- - The Vicarage The Folly Haughley Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 3NS
Notification of works to Trees in a Conservation Area - Crown lift 1 No. Yew (T2)
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-05-11
View full details - - 50 Old Street Haughley Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 3NX
Notification of Works to Trees in a Conservation Area - Reduce height and spread of 1 No. Cherry (T1) and 1 No. Oak (T2) by approximately 1.5 - 2 metres and balance.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-03-18
View full details - - 55 Old Street Haughley Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 3NT
Discharge of Conditions Application for DC/25/03728 - Conditions 3 (Timber frame repairs) and 4 (Render details)
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-03-03
View full details - - The Elms The Folly Haughley Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 3NS
Householder Application - Remove and replace all existing windows and front door.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-02-04
View full details - - 34 Old Street Haughley Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 3NX
Local listed building consent order - Classes B - replacement ground floor either side of back door. - Class C - both casement either side of back door
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-01-28
View full details - - 58 Old Street Haughley IP14 3NX
Application under Section 73 of The Town and Country Planning Act for DC/25/00931 (Householder extension) for the variation of Condition 2 (Approved plans and documents)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-11-10
View full details - - 58 Old Street Haughley IP14 3NX
Application for Listed Building Consent. Erection of rear extension (modified following consent Ref DC/25/00932)
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-11-07
View full details - - 55 Old Street Haughley Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 3NT
Application for Listed Building Consent - Repairs and alterations including retiling, replacement windows, partial render replacement, and internal alterations
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-08-21
View full details - - The White House 12 Old Street Haughley Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 3NX
Discharge of Conditions Application for DC/25/02252 - Condition 3 (Fenestration)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-08-05
View full details - - 58 Old Street Haughley Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 3NX
Discharge of Conditions Application for DC/25/00932 - Condition 3 (Fenestration), Condition 4 (Flue and Ventilation), Condition 5 (Roof Cladding) and Condition 6 (External Facing Materials)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-08-04
View full details - - The Vicarage The Folly Haughley Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 3NS
Notification of works to Trees in a Conservation Area - Crown lift 2 No. Holly Trees (T2 and T3) to 2m above ground level and Coppice 1 No. Cherry (T5)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-07-23
View full details - - The White House The Green Haughley Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 3NR
Application for Listed Building Consent - Re-instatement of original window
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-05-16
View full details - - The Old Counting House 6 Old Street Haughley IP14 3NR
Application for Listed Building Consent - Re-roofing and associated timber repairs and replacement of two rooflights
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-04-22
View full details - - 5 Old Street Haughley Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 3NT
Householder Application - Installation of a home electric vehicle charging unit.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-03-28
View full details - - The Grange Duke Street Haughley Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 3QT
Discharge of Conditions Application for DC/24/02869 - Condition 5 (Limewash Colour)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-03-25
View full details - - The Grange Duke Street Haughley Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 3QT
Discharge of Conditions Application for DC/22/00994 - Condition 5 (Limewash Colour)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-03-25
View full details - - 58 Old Street Haughley Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 3NX
Householder application - Erection of rear extension (following demolition of existing conservatory)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-03-03
View full details - - 58 Old Street Haughley Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 3NX
Application for Listed Building Consent - Erection of rear extension (following demolition of existing conservatory)
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-03-03
View full details - - 33 Old Street Haughley Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 3NT
Householder Application - Erection of single storey rear extension (following demolition of existing conservatory) including front porch and ramped approach to entrance.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-02-26
View full details - - The White House 12 Old Street Haughley Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 3NX
Notification of Works to Trees in a Conservation Area - T1 Cherry- Fell to ground level due to tree now outgrown its space in relation to building and road T2 Cherry - Fell to ground level due to poor
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-01-29
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A brief summary of Haughley in Suffolk
Haughley is a civil parish and village situated in the Mid Suffolk district of England, approximately 2 miles northwest of Stowmarket, along the A14 corridor. With a population of 1,638 as of the 2011 census, Haughley boasts a rich history, highlighted by its mention in the Domesday Book, a historic castle, and a church that served as a stop for pilgrims heading to Bury St Edmunds Abbey. The village is also notable for its agricultural significance, being home to one of the first studies of organic farming and the original headquarters of the Soil Association. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,646 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Mid Suffolk district.
Property prices in Haughley show an average sale price of £308,161, 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 Haughley a particularly low-crime area.
Haughley has one conservation area within its boundaries: Haughley. 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 Haughley includes 3 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Haughley
In the last 24 months, 42 planning applications were submitted near Haughley. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 44 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Haughley may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 44 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Haughley were discharge of conditions (15), listed building and heritage (8), tree works (8).
In terms of development scale, 4 medium-scale applications, 38 smaller schemes were submitted.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 34 applications
- Refused: 2 applications
- Awaiting decision: 6 applications
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