How long do planning decisions take near Kelsale?

The average planning decision time near Kelsale is 34 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 Kelsale?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Kelsale?

The most common type of planning application near Kelsale is tree works applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Kelsale?

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Kelsale, Suffolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Kelsale, Suffolk.

Suffolk · England · settlement

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

About Kelsale

Kelsale is a village situated in the East Suffolk district of Suffolk, England, now forming part of the Kelsale cum Carlton parish. Located roughly 1 mile north of Saxmundham town centre, it sits at the intersection of the B1121 and the A12. Historically, in 1881, Kelsale had a population of 973, offering a small yet vibrant community for potential planning applications in the area.

District: Kelsale cum Carlton

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £380,867 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: East Suffolk
Parliamentary constituency: Suffolk Coastal
LSOA: East Suffolk 018C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Kelsale.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Kelsale based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

7 planning applications found near Kelsale.

- 12 Church Close Kelsale Cum Carlton Saxmundham Suffolk IP17 2PA
1no. Lime (T1 on plan) - Fell
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2026-05-07
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- Sycamore Lodge 9 Church Close Kelsale Cum Carlton Saxmundham Suffolk IP17 2PA
1no. Sycamore (1 on plan) - Fell
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2026-04-21
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- The Old Manor House Bridge Street Kelsale Cum Carlton Saxmundham Suffolk IP17 2PG
Group of Hornbeam (TG1 on plan) - Fell
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2026-03-23
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- Kelsale Place Cottage Main Road Kelsale Cum Carlton Saxmundham Suffolk IP17 2RD
To return the property to its historic 2 cottages with internal alterations and extension to smaller north cottage to make it more suitable for modern use. Two storey side and rear extension with smal
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2026-03-16
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- The Old School House Dennys Lane Kelsale Cum Carlton Saxmundham Suffolk IP17 2PD
1no. Ash (T1 on plan) - Reduce lateral spread by up to 2.5 metres 1no. Oak (T2 on plan) - Overall crown reduction by up to 3 metres and crown lift to 3.5 metres above ground 1no. Ash (T3 on plan) - Re
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2026-02-23
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- Sycamore Lodge 9 Church Close Kelsale Cum Carlton Saxmundham Suffolk IP17 2PA
1no. Sycamore (marked on plan) - Fell
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2023-05-16
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- Cherry Tree Cottage Curlew Green Kelsale Cum Carlton Saxmundham Suffolk IP17 2RA
Replacement of caravan with demountable cabin
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2023-01-05
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A brief summary of Kelsale in Suffolk

Property prices in Kelsale show an average sale price of £380,867, 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 Kelsale a particularly low-crime area.

Kelsale has one conservation area within its boundaries: Kelsale. 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.

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Planning Activity in Kelsale

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Kelsale. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 34 days.

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

The average decision time of 34 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Kelsale were tree works (5), full planning applications (2), discharge of conditions (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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