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Planning in High Rougham

Approved
97%
36 of 37 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of High Rougham in the last 24 months, from Babergh District Council's planning register.

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About High Rougham

High Rougham is a settlement located in Suffolk, England.

Property prices in High Rougham show an average sale price of £339,984, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the High Rougham 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 High Rougham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around High Rougham has 7 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, High Rougham 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near High Rougham, 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, 44 planning applications were submitted near High Rougham. Of these, 97% were approved, with an average decision time of 42 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (15), tree works (9), full planning applications (7). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near High Rougham?
In the last 24 months, 44 planning applications were submitted near High Rougham. The approval rate is 97%.
How long do planning decisions take near High Rougham?
The average planning decision time near High Rougham is 42 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 High Rougham?
The planning approval rate near High Rougham is 97%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near High Rougham?
The most common type of planning application near High Rougham is discharge of conditions, with 15 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near High Rougham?
You can search and track planning applications near High Rougham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.