How long do planning decisions take near Lackford?

The average planning decision time near Lackford is 26 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 Lackford?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Lackford?

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

How can I track planning applications near Lackford?

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Lackford, Suffolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Lackford, Suffolk.

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About Lackford

Lackford is a quaint village and civil parish situated in the West Suffolk district of eastern England, approximately four miles north-west of Bury St Edmunds along the A1101. As of 2005, this tight-knit community had a population of 270, making it a small but notable area for those interested in local planning applications and developments.

Population: 261 (2021)

District: St Edmundsbury

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £338,147 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: West Suffolk
Parliamentary constituency: West Suffolk
LSOA: West Suffolk 003E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Lackford.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Lackford based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Lackford.

- Hedgells Barn Bury Road Lackford Suffolk IP28 6HL
Non material amendment to DC/24/0515/HH for alternative material use to include wood / steel aluminium frame
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: West Suffolk | Date: 2025-01-26
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A brief summary of Lackford in Suffolk

Property prices in Lackford show an average sale price of £338,147, 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 Lackford a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Lackford includes 4 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Lackford Lakes SSSI, West Stow Heath SSSI, Breckland Forest SSSI and 1 more; 3 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Breckland. 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 Lackford

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Lackford. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 26 days.

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

The average decision time of 26 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Lackford were amendments (1).

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