How long do planning decisions take near Hepworth?

The average planning decision time near Hepworth 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 Hepworth?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Hepworth?

The most common type of planning application near Hepworth is advertising, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Hepworth?

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Hepworth, Suffolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hepworth, Suffolk.

Suffolk · England · settlement

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

About Hepworth

Hepworth is a quaint village and civil parish located in the West Suffolk district of England, near the Suffolk/Norfolk border. With a population of 570 as of the 2021 Census, it is surrounded by nearby settlements such as Stanton, Barningham, and Wattisfield. The village is easily accessible via the nearby A143 road and features a local place of worship, making it a notable area for potential planning applications.

Population: 567 (2021)

District: St Edmundsbury

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Area Information

Admin district: Mid Suffolk
Parliamentary constituency: Waveney Valley
LSOA: Mid Suffolk 002D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Hepworth.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Hepworth based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Hepworth.

DC/26/0918/HH · Received: Wed 17 Jun 2026 · Validated: Wed 17 Jun 2026 - 20 Church Close Hepworth Suffolk IP22 2QF
Householder planning application - a. single storey rear extension (following demolition of existing conservatory) b. insertion of two windows to side elevation and glazing to existing rear gable end
Status: Undecided | Council: West Suffolk | Date: 2026-06-17

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A brief summary of Hepworth in Suffolk

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

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Hepworth 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 Hepworth

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Hepworth. 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 Hepworth.

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

The most common application types near Hepworth were advertising consent (2).

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