How long do planning decisions take near Herringswell?

The average planning decision time near Herringswell is 71 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 Herringswell?

The planning approval rate near Herringswell is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Herringswell?

The most common type of planning application near Herringswell is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Herringswell?

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Herringswell, Suffolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Herringswell, Suffolk.

Suffolk · England · settlement

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

About Herringswell

Herringswell is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the West Suffolk district of Suffolk, England, with a quaint population of 190 as of 2005. The village had 128 registered voters in 2007, reflecting its small but engaged community. This tranquil setting may appeal to those exploring planning applications in a rural environment.

Population: 274 (2021)

District: Forest Heath

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Area Information

Admin district: West Suffolk
Parliamentary constituency: West Suffolk
LSOA: West Suffolk 007E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Herringswell.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Herringswell based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Herringswell in Suffolk

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

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Herringswell includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Breckland Farmland SSSI; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Breckland. 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 Herringswell

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Herringswell. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 71 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Herringswell may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision period of 71 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Herringswell were full planning applications (1), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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