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12 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Leiston · updated daily · East Suffolk Council

Showing 1 to 5 of 12 · received or decided in the last 90 days

49 Central Road Leiston Suffolk IP16 4DDAwaiting decisionCertificate of Lawful Use (Proposed) - Change of Use from Use Class C3 to Use Class C4 (Small HMO)Received 2 Nov 2026DC/26/3845/CLP
Summer Place Goldings Lane Leiston Suffolk IP16 4EAAwaiting decisionConstruction of new dormer roof extension to provide 3 new bedrooms. Construction of new entrance porch. Internal alterations and alterations to windows and doors.Received 27 Oct 2026DC/26/3778/FUL
Masterlord Industrial Estate Station Road Leiston Suffolk IP16 4JDAwaiting decisionCertificate of Lawful use (Proposed) - Use of Units 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8 and 9 for storage or as a distribution centre within Class B8 of The Town and Country Planning (Use Classes) Order 1987 (as amended) without restriction as to the hours of operation or the goods, materials or items that may be stored or distributed.Received 19 Oct 2026DC/26/3666/CLP
CTIL_111009 VMO2_8181 Leiston Water Tower Goldings Lane Leiston Suffolk IP16 4DYAwaiting decisionConsultation - Removal of 1no existing 300mm dish to be replaced with 1no new 300mm multi-band dish installed on the existing antennas support pole on the rooftop. Proposed link equipment to be installed within existing equipment cabinet and all ancillary development thereto.Received 14 Oct 2026DC/26/3605/CON
45 Waterloo Avenue Leiston Suffolk IP16 4HHAwaiting decisionApproval of Reserved Matters of DC/25/1679/OUT - Outline Application (With Some Matters Reserved) - Demolition of dwelling and erection of two storey dwelling and associated works to include creation of vehicular access.Received 9 Oct 2026DC/26/3432/ARM

Planning in Leiston

Approved: 94%; 17 of 17 decided
Decision time: about 7 weeks; on average

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

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Around Leiston

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IP16 81 applications in the last 12 months

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About Leiston

Leiston is a town and civil parish located in the East Suffolk district of Suffolk, England. Situated near Saxmundham and Aldeburgh, it lies 21 miles northeast of Ipswich and 90 miles from London. With a population of 5,508 recorded in the 2011 Census, Leiston offers a unique blend of community and accessibility, making it a key area for planning applications in the region. The town has a population of approximately 5,750 (2021 estimate). It sits within the East Suffolk district.

Property prices in Leiston show an average sale price of £292,690, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Leiston 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 Leiston a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Leiston has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Leiston 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 Leiston, 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, 64 planning applications were submitted near Leiston. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (13), full planning applications (12), outline applications (9). 4 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Leiston?

In the last 24 months, 64 planning applications were submitted near Leiston. The approval rate is 94%.

How long do planning decisions take near Leiston?

The average planning decision time near Leiston is 50 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 Leiston?

The planning approval rate near Leiston is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Leiston?

The most common type of planning application near Leiston is discharge of conditions, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Leiston?

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