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Planning in Lackford

Only 1 decision near Lackford in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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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. The settlement has a population of approximately 261 (2021 estimate). It sits within the St Edmundsbury district.

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

The area around Lackford has 7 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Lackford 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 Lackford, 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, 2 planning applications were submitted near Lackford.

The most common types were amendments (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Lackford?
In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Lackford.
What types of planning applications are most common near Lackford?
The most common type of planning application near Lackford is amendment applications, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Lackford?
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