How long do planning decisions take near Haughley Green?

The average planning decision time near Haughley Green is 85 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 Haughley Green?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Haughley Green?

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

How can I track planning applications near Haughley Green?

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Haughley Green, Suffolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Haughley Green, Suffolk.

Suffolk · England · settlement

Planning applications in Haughley Green are administered by Babergh District Council. View the full Babergh District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Haughley Green

Haughley Green is a charming village and civil parish in Mid Suffolk, located just 2 miles northwest of Stowmarket and overlooking the picturesque Gipping valley along the A14 corridor. With a population of 1,638 recorded in 2011, Haughley boasts a rich history, including a mention in the Domesday Book, a former castle, and a historic church on the pilgrimage route to Bury St Edmunds Abbey. The village is also notable for its agricultural heritage, being home to one of the first studies of organic farming and the original headquarters of the Soil Association, making it an interesting area for planning applications related to rural development and sustainable practices.

District: Haughley

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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: Waveney Valley
LSOA: Mid Suffolk 002A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Green based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Haughley Green in Suffolk

Property prices in Haughley Green 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 Green a particularly low-crime area.

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

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Haughley Green. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 85 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 Haughley Green.

The average decision period of 85 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 13 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Haughley Green 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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