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Planning in Haverhill

Approved
86%
19 of 20 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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About Haverhill

Haverhill is a market town and civil parish located in the West Suffolk district of England, close to the borders of Essex and Cambridgeshire. Situated approximately 14 miles southeast of Cambridge and 47 miles northeast of central London, it has a population of around 27,500 as of 2022. This growing town presents various opportunities for planning applications, making it an area of interest for developers and local authorities alike. The town has a population of approximately 26,860. It sits within the Haverhill district.

Property prices in Haverhill show an average sale price of £274,710, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Haverhill 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 Haverhill a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Haverhill has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Haverhill 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.haverhill-uk.com/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Haverhill, 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, 80 planning applications were submitted near Haverhill. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (14), discharge of conditions (9), advertising consent (5). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Haverhill?
In the last 24 months, 80 planning applications were submitted near Haverhill. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near Haverhill?
The average planning decision time near Haverhill is 50 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 Haverhill?
The planning approval rate near Haverhill is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Haverhill?
The most common type of planning application near Haverhill is full planning applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Haverhill?
You can search and track planning applications near Haverhill on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.