How long do planning decisions take near Kingston?

The average planning decision time near Kingston is 76 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 Kingston?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Kingston?

The most common type of planning application near Kingston is discharge of conditions, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Kingston?

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Kingston, Suffolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Kingston, Suffolk.

Suffolk · England · settlement

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

District: Woodbridge

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Area Information

Admin district: East Suffolk
Parliamentary constituency: Suffolk Coastal
LSOA: East Suffolk 023A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Kingston.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Kingston based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Kingston.

- The Lions Sandy Lane Woodbridge Suffolk IP12 4DW
Discharge of condition Nos. 3 and 13 of DC/25/2850/FUL - Severance of part garden and erection of house, double garage, detached building comprising gym, pool plant room and workshop together with ass
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2026-03-18
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- Little Kyson Broomheath Woodbridge Suffolk IP12 4DN
Discharge of Condition Nos. 4, 6 and 11 of DC/24/4347/FUL - Demolition of existing dwelling and construction of replacement dwelling (Self-Build) - 4 Lighting Design Strategy - 6 Landscape Plan - 11 M
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2026-02-25
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- Little Kyson Broomheath Woodbridge Suffolk IP12 4DN
Discharge of Condition Nos. 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 14 of Variation of Condition Nos. 2 & 13 of DC/21/4557/FUL (AP/23/0055/REFUSE) - Conversion of barn to dwellinghouse. Installation of package sewage tr
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2026-02-13
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- Long Meadow Broomheath Woodbridge Suffolk IP12 4DL
A1 of TPO No. 100 / 1971 1no. Group of Sweet Chestnut (T2 on plan) - Crown lift to 5 metres over driveway 1no. Group of mixed species (T3 on plan) - Lateral reduction by 3 metres on dwelling side and
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2024-06-24
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A brief summary of Kingston in Suffolk

Kingston is a settlement located in Suffolk, England. It sits within the Woodbridge district.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Kingston a particularly low-crime area.

Kingston has one conservation area within its boundaries: Woodbridge. 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 Kingston includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Deben Estuary SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Suffolk Coast & Heaths; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Deben Estuary; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Deben Estuary. 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, Kingston 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 Kingston

In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Kingston. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 76 days.

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

The average decision period of 76 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Kingston were discharge of conditions (7), full planning applications (5), amendments (4).

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