How long do planning decisions take near Hitcham?

The average planning decision time near Hitcham is 92 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 Hitcham?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Hitcham?

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

How can I track planning applications near Hitcham?

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Hitcham, Suffolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hitcham, Suffolk.

Suffolk · England · settlement

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About Hitcham

Hitcham is a village and civil parish in Suffolk, situated along the B1115 road, which connects Hadleigh and Stowmarket. As part of the Babergh district, the parish encompasses the hamlets of Bird Street, Cook's Green, and Cross Green, and includes the population of Wattisham parish. This rural area offers a blend of community and accessibility, making it relevant for those considering planning applications in the region.

Population: 666 (2021)

District: Babergh

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £285,290 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Babergh
Parliamentary constituency: South Suffolk
LSOA: Babergh 004F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Hitcham.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Hitcham based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Hitcham.

- Near 1 Browns Close Hitcham Suffolk
Development by a Statutory Undertaker - Erection of 1 no. Pole
Status: Undecided | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-03-02
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- Gable End Fen Lane Hitcham Ipswich Suffolk IP7 7NL
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for an Existing Use or Operation or Activity including those in breach of a Planning Condition Town and Country Planning Act 1990 (as amended) - Contin
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-09-04
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- The Poplars The Causeway Hitcham Ipswich Suffolk IP7 7NE
Householder Application - Erection of two storey and single storey rear extensions (following demolition of conservatory)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2024-08-24
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- 10 Causeway Estate Hitcham Ipswich Suffolk IP7 7NG
Householder Application - Erection of front porch extension for disabled person.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2024-04-17
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- 10 Causeway Estate Hitcham Ipswich Suffolk IP7 7NG
Householder Application - Erection of single storey side extension to provide ground floor facilities for a disabled person (following removal of existing side structures).
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2023-12-02
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A brief summary of Hitcham in Suffolk

Property prices in Hitcham show an average sale price of £285,290, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Hitcham includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. 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 Hitcham

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Hitcham. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 92 days.

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

With an average of 92 days, decisions near Hitcham take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Hitcham were full planning applications (1), amendments (1). 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, 1 medium-scale application, 2 smaller schemes were submitted.

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