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Planning in Lawshall Green

Approved
94%
17 of 18 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

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About Lawshall Green

Lawshall Green is a picturesque hamlet situated within the civil parish of Lawshall in Suffolk's Babergh district. Located just east of Hibb's Green, it lies under half a mile from the A134, providing convenient access between Bury St Edmunds and Sudbury, making it a relevant area for potential planning applications and developments.

Property prices in Lawshall Green show an average sale price of £191,408, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Lawshall Green 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 Lawshall Green a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Lawshall Green 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 Lawshall Green, 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, 24 planning applications were submitted near Lawshall Green. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (8), discharge of conditions (7), listed building and heritage (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Lawshall Green?
In the last 24 months, 24 planning applications were submitted near Lawshall Green. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near Lawshall Green?
The average planning decision time near Lawshall Green is 45 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 Lawshall Green?
The planning approval rate near Lawshall Green is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Lawshall Green?
The most common type of planning application near Lawshall Green is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Lawshall Green?
You can search and track planning applications near Lawshall Green on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.