How long do planning decisions take near Humble Green?

The average planning decision time near Humble Green is 31 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 Humble Green?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Humble Green?

The most common type of planning application near Humble Green is discharge of conditions, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Humble Green?

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Humble Green, Suffolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Humble Green, Suffolk.

Suffolk · England · settlement

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

About Humble Green

Little Waldingfield is a quaint village and civil parish in Suffolk, England, situated just two miles from Great Waldingfield. As part of the Babergh district, it encompasses the hamlet of Humble Green and had a population of 364 in 2021. This charming locale offers a unique setting for planning applications, with its rural character and close-knit community.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £383,000 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Babergh
Parliamentary constituency: South Suffolk
LSOA: Babergh 006C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Humble Green.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Humble Green based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Humble Green.

- Bell House Humble Green Little Waldingfield Sudbury Suffolk CO10 0TB
Application for a Non Material Amendment to DC/24/04628 - Alterations to fenestration and floor plans; Natural timber cladding to all plots in lieu of black stained cladding
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-04-30
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- Bell House Humble Green Little Waldingfield Sudbury Suffolk CO10 0TB
Discharge of Conditions Application for DC/24/04628 - Condition 8 (Surface Water Discharge) and 10 (Bin Storage/collection)
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-03-16
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- Bell House Humble Green Little Waldingfield Sudbury Suffolk CO10 0TB
Discharge of Conditions Application for DC/24/04628 - Conditions 3 (Landscaping) and 14 (Noise Levels)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-06-24
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A brief summary of Humble Green in Suffolk

Property prices in Humble Green show an average sale price of £383,000, 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 Humble Green a particularly low-crime area.

Humble Green has one conservation area within its boundaries: Little Waldingfield. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Humble Green includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Brent Eleigh Woods SSSI, Milden Thicks SSSI; 5 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, Humble Green 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 Humble Green

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Humble Green. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 31 days.

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

The average decision time of 31 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Humble Green were discharge of conditions (4), full planning applications (1), tree works (1).

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