Hintlesham, Suffolk Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Hintlesham, Suffolk.
Suffolk · England · settlement
About Hintlesham
Hintlesham is a quaint village located in Suffolk, England, positioned approximately midway between Ipswich and Hadleigh. It falls within the Belstead Brook electoral division of Suffolk County Council, making it an area of interest for those researching local planning applications and community development initiatives.
Population: 696 (2021)
District: Babergh
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Area Information
- Admin district: Mid Suffolk
- Parliamentary constituency: Central Suffolk and North Ipswich
- LSOA: Mid Suffolk 012A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Hintlesham.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Hintlesham.
- 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 Hintlesham based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
2 planning applications found near Hintlesham.
- - Community Centre Timperleys Hintlesham Ipswich Suffolk IP8 3PS
Full Planning Application - Erection of single storey extension to hall lounge area with a reconfigured entrance area.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-09-01
View full details - - Barn Within The Grounds Of Red House Farm Duke Street Hintlesham IP8 3PW
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for a Proposed Use or Development - Confirmation that works to the vehicular access in accordance with Condition 5, 8, 9 and 10 of Planning Permission
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2023-11-02
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A brief summary of Hintlesham in Suffolk
Hintlesham is a quaint village located in Suffolk, England, positioned approximately midway between Ipswich and Hadleigh. It falls within the Belstead Brook electoral division of Suffolk County Council, making it an area of interest for those researching local planning applications and community development initiatives. The settlement has a population of approximately 696 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Babergh district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Hintlesham a particularly low-crime area.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Hintlesham includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Hintlesham Woods SSSI; 2 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Hintlesham 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.
Planning Activity in Hintlesham
In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Hintlesham. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Hintlesham may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 45 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Hintlesham were full planning applications (2), discharge of conditions (2), amendments (2). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 4 smaller schemes were submitted.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.