How long do planning decisions take near Liston?

The average planning decision time near Liston 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 Liston?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Liston?

The most common type of planning application near Liston is full planning applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Liston?

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Liston, Essex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Liston, Essex.

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About Liston

Liston is a quaint village and civil parish in North Essex, situated just one mile WSW of Long Melford, along the scenic banks of the River Stour, which also serves as the boundary between Essex and Suffolk. The area boasts historical significance, with its parish church featuring elements dating back to the 12th century. As of the 2021 census, Liston has a small population of 53 residents, making it a serene locale for potential planning applications.

Population: 53 (2021)

District: Braintree

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £383,000 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Babergh
Parliamentary constituency: South Suffolk
LSOA: Babergh 001B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Liston.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Liston based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Liston.

- 35 Blunden Close Long Melford Sudbury Suffolk CO10 9LL
Householder Application - Erection of single storey rear extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-01-22
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- The Maltsters House 1 The Drays Long Melford Sudbury Suffolk CO10 9TJ
Householder Application - Replacement of 5 wooden single glazed sash windows with like for like uPVC double glazed windows on front elevation. The refurbishment of box enclosed balcony with uPVC cladd
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-01-02
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- 18 The Barley House The Drays Long Melford CO10 9TL
Application for Planning Permission - Retention of replacement of 4x French windows with UPVC windows of the same style.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-05-12
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A brief summary of Liston in Essex

Property prices in Liston show an average sale price of £383,000, 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 Liston a particularly low-crime area.

Liston has one conservation area within its boundaries: Long Melford. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

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Planning Activity in Liston

In the last 24 months, 28 planning applications were submitted near Liston. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 days.

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

The average decision time of 45 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Liston were full planning applications (11), tree works (6), discharge of conditions (4). Full planning applications account for 39% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 26 smaller schemes were submitted.

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