How long do planning decisions take near Kersey Upland?

The average planning decision time near Kersey Upland is 107 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 Kersey Upland?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Kersey Upland?

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

How can I track planning applications near Kersey Upland?

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Kersey Upland, Suffolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Kersey Upland, Suffolk.

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

About Kersey Upland

Kersey is a charming village and civil parish located in the Babergh district of Suffolk, England. Notable for its picturesque main street featuring a ford across a stream, Kersey is historically renowned for Kersey cloth, a coarse woollen fabric that bears its name. Additionally, the distinctive shade known as Kersey Green further highlights the village's cultural legacy, although the cloth production has since spread beyond its original locale. This rich heritage may be relevant for those considering planning applications in the area.

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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 Kersey Upland.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Kersey Upland based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Kersey Upland in Suffolk

Property prices in Kersey Upland 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 Kersey Upland a particularly low-crime area.

Kersey Upland has one conservation area within its boundaries: Kersey. 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 Kersey Upland includes 3 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Kersey Upland

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Kersey Upland. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 107 days.

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

With an average of 107 days, decisions near Kersey Upland 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 Kersey Upland were full planning applications (1). Full planning applications account for 100% 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 was submitted.

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