Search Ixworth planning applications

32 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Ixworth · updated daily · West Suffolk Council

Only 8 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 32 · received or decided in the last 12 months

St Marys Church High Street Ixworth Suffolk IP31 2HHAwaiting decisionTrees in a conservation area notification - one Walnut (marked T1 on plan) reduce branches overhanging house by up to 2.5 metresReceived 6 Nov 2026DC/26/1732/TCA
Lammas Field The Paddock Ixworth Suffolk IP31 2HGAwaiting decisionApplication for lawful development certificate for proposed use or development - single-storey rear extension (following demolition of conservatory)Received 29 Oct 2026DC/26/1619/CLP
Shalom The Paddock Ixworth Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP31 2HGAwaiting decisionTPO 045(1964) tree preservation order - one holm oak (T1 on plan, A1 on order) - prune to clear The Vicarage by 1. 5 metresWorks to TPO'sReceived 26 Oct 2026DC/26/1643/TPO
The Vicarage Commister Lane Ixworth Suffolk IP31 2HEAwaiting decisionTPO 045(1964) tree preservation order - one Sycamore (T1 on plan, within area A1 on order) - remove lowest lateral branch on the southern aspectReceived 23 Oct 2026DC/26/1642/TPO
Commister House Commister Lane Ixworth Suffolk IP31 2HEAwaiting decisionTrees in a conservation area notification - a. one Himalayan Birch (T1 on plan) - crown reduction by 2 metres and the lateral spread by 1.5 metres b. one Himalayan Birch (T2 on plan) - overall crown reduction of 0.5 metres c. one Laburnum (T3 on plan) - fellReceived 1 Oct 2026DC/26/1504/TCA

Planning in Ixworth

Approved: 88%; 14 of 14 decided
Decision time: about 6 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Ixworth in the last 24 months, from West Suffolk Council's planning register.

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Around Ixworth

Postcode districts

IP31 310 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: West Suffolk Council

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About Ixworth

Ixworth is a village and civil parish located in the West Suffolk district of Suffolk, England, approximately 6 miles northeast of Bury St Edmunds and 9 miles southeast of Thetford, accessible via the A143 road to Diss. As of the 2011 Census, the parish has a population of 2,365, making it a noteworthy community for those interested in planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,248 (2021 estimate). It sits within the St Edmundsbury district.

Property prices in Ixworth 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 Ixworth 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 Ixworth a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Ixworth has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Ixworth 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 Ixworth, 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, 41 planning applications were submitted near Ixworth. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 39 days.

The most common types were tree works (18), full planning applications (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Ixworth?

In the last 24 months, 41 planning applications were submitted near Ixworth. The approval rate is 88%.

How long do planning decisions take near Ixworth?

The average planning decision time near Ixworth is 39 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 Ixworth?

The planning approval rate near Ixworth is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Ixworth?

The most common type of planning application near Ixworth is tree works applications, with 18 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Ixworth?

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