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29 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Lavenham · updated daily · Babergh District Council

Showing 1 to 5 of 29 · received or decided in the last 90 days

8 Shilling Street Lavenham Sudbury Suffolk CO10 9RHAwaiting decisionNotification of works trees in a Conservation Area - Fell 1 No. WalnutReceived 10 Nov 2026DC/26/04837
Dyers Hall 95 High Street Lavenham Sudbury Suffolk CO10 9PZAwaiting decisionDischarge of Conditions Application for DC/24/03450 - Condition 3 (Timber Frame Works), 4 (Brickwork Repairs) and 5 (Materials)Received 6 Nov 2026DC/26/04766
The Poultry Farm Brent Eleigh Road Lavenham Sudbury Suffolk CO10 9PEAwaiting decisionDischarge of Conditions Application for DC/26/02969 - Condition 6 (Construction Management Plan)Received 4 Nov 2026DC/26/04710
River Cottage Lower Road Lavenham Sudbury Suffolk CO10 9QJAwaiting decisionHouseholder Application - To demolish existing fences and replace with 38 metres in back garden with KDM garden products premium woven panels and 22 metres in front garden would be a picket fence.Received 30 Oct 2026DC/26/04668
The Angel Market Place Lavenham CO10 9QZAwaiting decisionPlanning Application. Retention and completion of restoration works, including: replacement of metal fire escape, replacement of external lighting, new external plant area, replacement of external hard landscaping, replacement of kitchen flue, repair of garden wall, tile vents to the roof.Received 29 Oct 2026DC/26/04652

Planning in Lavenham

Approved: 86%; 38 of 39 decided
Decision time: about 7 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Lavenham in the last 24 months, from Babergh District Council's planning register.

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Around Lavenham

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CO10 683 applications in the last 12 months

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Planning authority: Babergh District Council

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About Lavenham

Lavenham is a picturesque village and civil parish in the Babergh district of Suffolk, England, known for its historic Guildhall, Little Hall, and a stunning 15th-century church. Renowned for its half-timbered medieval cottages and scenic circular walks, Lavenham was once one of the wealthiest settlements in England during the medieval period. As of the 2011 census, the parish had a population of 1,722, making it a quaint yet vibrant community for potential planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,922 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Babergh district.

Property prices in Lavenham show an average sale price of £336,665, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Lavenham 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 Lavenham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Lavenham has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Lavenham 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.lavenham.co.uk/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Lavenham, 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, 88 planning applications were submitted near Lavenham. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 days.

The most common types were listed building and heritage (14), full planning applications (12), tree works (12).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Lavenham?

In the last 24 months, 88 planning applications were submitted near Lavenham. The approval rate is 86%.

How long do planning decisions take near Lavenham?

The average planning decision time near Lavenham is 46 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 Lavenham?

The planning approval rate near Lavenham is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Lavenham?

The most common type of planning application near Lavenham is listed building consent applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Lavenham?

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