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

Showing 1 to 5 of 23 · received or decided in the last 90 days

167 London Road South Lowestoft Suffolk NR33 0DRAwaiting decisionChange of use to create a self contained 2 bedroom flatReceived 30 Oct 2026DC/26/3825/FUL
East Anglia TWO Offshore Wind Farm Development Consent Order Port Of Lowestoft Commercial Road Lowestoft Suffolk NR32 2TEAwaiting decisionSuffolk County Council Consultation - Discharge of Requirement 36(1) (Port Traffic, Lowestoft Port Construction Traffic Management Plan Scoping) in respect of Scottish Power Renewables East Anglia TWO Offshore Wind Farm Development Consent Order.Received 26 Oct 2026DC/26/3767/CCC
Denmark House 220 Denmark Road Lowestoft Suffolk NR32 2ENAwaiting decisionRetrospective Application - Convert existing property that has been used as a HMO for a number of years into a HMO property.Received 22 Oct 2026DC/26/3505/FUL
61 - 63 London Road North Lowestoft Suffolk NR32 1EPAwaiting decisionInstallation of bird netting across the flat roofFull ApplicationReceived 14 Oct 2026DC/26/3612/FUL
17 The Esplanade Lowestoft Suffolk NR33 0QGAwaiting decisionChange of use from Hot Food Takeaway to C3 Dwellinghouse (extension of existing dwelling)Full ApplicationReceived 13 Oct 2026DC/26/3580/FUL

Planning in Lowestoft

Approved: 91%; 52 of 56 decided
Decision time: about 7 weeks; on average

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

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Around Lowestoft

Postcode districts

NR32 231 applications in the last 12 monthsNR33 183 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Nearby towns and villages

Planning authority: East Suffolk Council

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About Lowestoft

Lowestoft, a coastal town in East Suffolk, is the most easterly settlement in the UK, situated 38 miles northeast of Ipswich and 22 miles southeast of Norwich. Historically a fishing town and seaside resort known for its expansive sandy beaches, Lowestoft shifted to oil and gas exploitation in the North Sea during the 1960s as the fishing industry declined. With a built-up area population of 71,327 as of 2021, it serves as the main town in its district, making it a significant location for planning applications in the region. The town has a population of approximately 47,726 (2021 estimate). It sits within the East Suffolk district.

Property prices in Lowestoft show an average sale price of £237,100, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Lowestoft a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Lowestoft 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 Lowestoft, 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, 130 planning applications were submitted near Lowestoft. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (29), outline applications (17), discharge of conditions (17).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Lowestoft?

In the last 24 months, 130 planning applications were submitted near Lowestoft. The approval rate is 91%.

How long do planning decisions take near Lowestoft?

The average planning decision time near Lowestoft is 52 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 Lowestoft?

The planning approval rate near Lowestoft is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Lowestoft?

The most common type of planning application near Lowestoft is full planning applications, with 29 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Lowestoft?

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