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Planning in Martlesham

Only 6 decisions near Martlesham in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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Around Martlesham

Postcode districts

IP12 371 applications in the last 12 monthsIP13 439 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: East Suffolk Council

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About Martlesham

Martlesham is a historic village located in Suffolk, England, approximately two miles southwest of Woodbridge and six miles east of Ipswich. Locally known as "old Martlesham," it is distinct from the newer Martlesham Heath development to the south, although both areas share a single administrative parish. Notably, Martlesham Heath is home to BT's Research and Development Centre, now known as Adastral Park, making the region significant for both residential and technological developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 5,769 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Suffolk Coastal district.

Property prices in Martlesham show an average sale price of £424,697, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Martlesham 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 Martlesham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Martlesham has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Martlesham 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 Martlesham, 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, 43 planning applications were submitted near Martlesham.

The most common types were full planning applications (8), discharge of conditions (5), amendments (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Martlesham?
In the last 24 months, 43 planning applications were submitted near Martlesham.
What types of planning applications are most common near Martlesham?
The most common type of planning application near Martlesham is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Martlesham?
You can search and track planning applications near Martlesham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.