How long do planning decisions take near Lower Raydon?

The average planning decision time near Lower Raydon is 44 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 Lower Raydon?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Lower Raydon?

The most common type of planning application near Lower Raydon is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Lower Raydon?

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Lower Raydon, Suffolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Lower Raydon, Suffolk.

Suffolk · England · settlement

Planning applications in Lower Raydon are administered by Babergh District Council. View the full Babergh District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Lower Raydon

Lower Raydon is a village within the civil parish of Raydon, located in the Babergh district of Suffolk, England. Situated approximately two miles southeast of Hadleigh, it encompasses the surrounding hamlets of The Woodlands to the east. Historically noted in the Domesday Book as "Reindune," Lower Raydon also appears on John Speed's 1610 map under the name "Roydon," reflecting its long-standing significance in the region.

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Area Information

Admin district: Babergh
Parliamentary constituency: South Suffolk
LSOA: Babergh 004H

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Lower Raydon.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Lower Raydon based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Lower Raydon.

- Shelley Hall Layham Road Shelley Ipswich Suffolk IP7 5QX
Discharge of Conditions Application for DC/26/00499 - Condition 3 (Timber Frame Repairs - Render); Condition 4 (Timber Frame Repairs - Roof Tiles); Condition 5 (Brickwork Repairs); Condition 6 (Detail
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-05-27
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- Netherhall Lower Raydon Raydon Ipswich Suffolk IP7 5QL
Householder Application - Construction of solar panels fitted to garage roof and air source heat pump with battery supply to main property.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2024-04-12
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A brief summary of Lower Raydon in Suffolk

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Lower Raydon a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Lower Raydon includes 1 Ancient Woodland site; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Dedham Vale. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Lower Raydon

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Lower Raydon. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 44 days.

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

The average decision time of 44 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Lower Raydon were full planning applications (2), discharge of conditions (2), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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