How long do planning decisions take near Henley?

The average planning decision time near Henley is 69 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 Henley?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Henley?

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

How can I track planning applications near Henley?

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Henley, Suffolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Henley, Suffolk.

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About Henley

Henley is a quaint village and civil parish situated in the Mid Suffolk district of Suffolk, England, just north of Ipswich. As of the 2011 census, it had a population of 573 residents, making it a small yet vibrant community that may influence local planning applications and developments in the area.

Population: 567 (2021) · Area: 5.0 km²

District: Mid Suffolk

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Area Information

Admin district: Mid Suffolk
Parliamentary constituency: Central Suffolk and North Ipswich
LSOA: Mid Suffolk 012C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Henley.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Henley based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Henley.

- 21 Freeman Avenue Henley Ipswich Suffolk IP6 0RZ
Application for Works to Trees Subject to Tree Preservation Order ES60a/G2 - The Lime tree in the back garden requires its routine reduction. Looking to cut and remove all growth back down to the prev
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-01-01
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- The Goslings Main Road Henley Ipswich Suffolk IP6 0QT
Householder Application - Provision of new 1.5 storey rear extension and additional parking space, with associated works.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-11-07
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A brief summary of Henley in Suffolk

Henley covers an area of approximately 5.0 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Henley a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Henley includes 2 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 Henley

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Henley. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 69 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 Henley.

At 69 days on average, decisions near Henley slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Henley were full planning applications (2), tree works (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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