Search Hitcham planning applications
11 applications on record · within 1 km of the centre of Hitcham · updated daily · Babergh District Council
Only 3 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows every one we hold.
- Little Causeway Farmhouse The Causeway Hitcham Ipswich Suffolk IP7 7NEAwaiting decisionDischarge of Conditions Application for DC/26/02551 - Conditions 3 (Timber Frame), 4 (Brickwork Repairs) and 5 (Materials)Received 5 Oct 2026DC/26/04315
- The Bumbles 23 Causeway Estate Hitcham Ipswich Suffolk IP7 7NGApprovedApplication for a Non-Material Amendment relating to DC/26/02265 - Amendment to external finishes.Received 25 Aug 2026Decided 10 Sep 2026DC/26/03665
- Hedgerows Cottage Church Lane Hitcham Ipswich Suffolk IP7 7NNApprovedApplication for Listed Building Consent - Re-rendering and replacement timber windows.Received 23 Jul 2026Decided 15 Sep 2026DC/26/03159
- Little Causeway Farmhouse The Causeway Hitcham IP7 7NEAwaiting decisionApplication for Listed Building Consent. Removal of render to all elevations. Replacement with lime render and the addition of breathable insulation, including repairs to timber frame and brickwork.Received 16 Jun 2026DC/26/02551
- The Bumbles 23 Causeway Estate Hitcham Ipswich Suffolk IP7 7NGAwaiting decisionHouseholder Application - Erection Of Single Storey Front, Side and Rear Extensions.Householder Planning ApplicationReceived 28 May 2026DC/26/02265
Planning in Hitcham
Only 3 decisions near Hitcham in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Hitcham in the last 24 months, from Babergh District Council's planning register.
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Around Hitcham
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IP7 265 applications in the last 12 months
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Planning authority: Babergh District Council
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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. The settlement has a population of approximately 666 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Babergh district.
There are currently no active flood warnings for the Hitcham 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 Hitcham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Hitcham has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Hitcham 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.
To comment on or object to a planning application near Hitcham, 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, 7 planning applications were submitted near Hitcham.
The most common types were full planning applications (1), amendments (1).