Martlesham Heath, Suffolk Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Martlesham Heath, Suffolk.
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About Martlesham Heath
Martlesham Heath is a modern village located within the civil parish of Martlesham in East Suffolk, approximately 6 miles east of Ipswich. Originally an area of heathland and the site of the former Martlesham Heath Airfield, the village was established as a "new village" in the mid-1970s and has since evolved into a thriving community with a population of 2,731 as of 2021. Being part of the wider Ipswich Built-up area, Martlesham Heath presents numerous opportunities for planning applications in a developing residential environment.
District: Martlesham
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £285,290 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: East Suffolk
- Parliamentary constituency: Central Suffolk and North Ipswich
- LSOA: East Suffolk 024E
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Martlesham Heath.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Martlesham Heath.
- 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 Martlesham Heath based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
12 planning applications found near Martlesham Heath.
- - 35 Westland Martlesham Heath Martlesham Ipswich Suffolk IP5 3SU
Side extension to existing dwelling
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2026-04-14
View full details - - 50 Westland Martlesham Heath Martlesham Ipswich Suffolk IP5 3SU
Erection of 2.0m high close-board panel fencing along the driveway and along the right-hand side of the rear garden, together with removal of existing conifers
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2026-01-23
View full details - - Land Between Squadron House And Village Centre Eagle Way Martlesham Heath Martlesham Suffolk
1no. London plane (43 on plan) - Reduce easterly extent of crown by up to 3 metres 1no. False acacia (45 on plan) - Reduce easterly extent of crown by up to 3 metres 1no. London plan (46 on plan) - Re
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2026-01-22
View full details - - 15 Beardmore Park Martlesham Heath Martlesham Ipswich Suffolk IP5 3RX
External alterations including: Refurbishment of existing store exit; Canopy extension; Dock leveller relocation; Café curtain wall amendment; and Infilling of redundant service penetrations; and asso
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2026-01-06
View full details - - 15 Beardmore Park Martlesham Heath Martlesham Ipswich Suffolk IP5 3RX
Removal of existing plant and replacement with new plant equipment and associated works
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2025-12-22
View full details - - 20 The Square Martlesham Heath Martlesham Ipswich Suffolk IP5 3SL
Variation of Condition No.3 of DC/25/0974/FUL - (External alterations and change of use from Ultrasound scanning services (Class E (c) (iii)) to Cafe (Class E (b)))
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2025-11-18
View full details - - Birchwood Primary school Valiant Way Martlesham IP5 3SP
Installation of container on car park
Status: Permitted | Council: Suffolk | Date: 2025-10-03
View full details - - 126 Anson Road Martlesham Heath Martlesham Ipswich Suffolk IP5 3RU
Proposal to install new Timpson pod and Install 3x Fascia and 4x Graphic sign.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2025-09-17
View full details - - 126 Anson Road Martlesham Heath Martlesham Ipswich Suffolk IP5 3RU
Prior Notification - Solar PV installation to reduce electrical consumption and therefore carbon emissions at the commercial property.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2024-12-10
View full details - - Leisure Centre Gloster Road Martlesham Heath Martlesham Ipswich Suffolk IP5 3RJ
Ground floor extension to gym area, new first floor fire door and screened ground mounted air con units
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2024-06-26
View full details - - Unit 1A Spenhill Retail Park Anson Road Martlesham Heath Martlesham Suffolk
Non-Material Amendment of Planning Permission DC/23/1847/FUL - Change of use of Unit 1A from Class E to a restaurant (Use Class E/Sui Generis) and minor external alterations
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2024-04-29
View full details - - Land East And West Of The Square Eagle Way Martlesham Heath Suffolk
Discharge of Condition Nos. 21 & 29 of DC/21/3305/FUL - Construction of retirement apartments for the elderly, a new public car park, access, landscaping and ancillary development - Surface Water Drai
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2024-04-17
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A brief summary of Martlesham Heath in Suffolk
Martlesham Heath is a modern village located within the civil parish of Martlesham in East Suffolk, approximately 6 miles east of Ipswich. Originally an area of heathland and the site of the former Martlesham Heath Airfield, the village was established as a "new village" in the mid-1970s and has since evolved into a thriving community with a population of 2,731 as of 2021. Being part of the wider Ipswich Built-up area, Martlesham Heath presents numerous opportunities for planning applications in a developing residential environment. It sits within the Martlesham district.
Property prices in Martlesham Heath show an average sale price of £285,290, 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 Martlesham Heath a particularly low-crime area.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Martlesham Heath includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Ipswich Heaths SSSI, Sinks Valley, Kesgrave SSSI; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Suffolk Coast & Heaths. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Martlesham Heath 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.
Planning Activity in Martlesham Heath
In the last 24 months, 25 planning applications were submitted near Martlesham Heath. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Martlesham Heath may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
At 60 days on average, decisions near Martlesham Heath slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Martlesham Heath were full planning applications (9), tree works (5), discharge of conditions (5). Full planning applications account for 36% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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Related Planning Guides
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