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Planning in Melton

Only 5 decisions near Melton in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Melton

Melton is a village in Suffolk, England, situated just one mile northeast of Woodbridge. With a population of 3,741 as of the 2011 Census, it features distinct areas such as 'Woodbridge' Melton, which borders Woodbridge, and 'Village' Melton, located near the A1152 and A1438 roads. The village is accessible via Melton railway station on the Ipswich-Lowestoft East Suffolk Line and includes Melton Park, a housing estate developed from a former asylum, alongside several outlying hamlets, making it a unique area for planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 4,386 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Suffolk Coastal district.

Property prices in Melton 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 Melton 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 Melton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Melton has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Melton 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 Melton, 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, 41 planning applications were submitted near Melton.

The most common types were full planning applications (9), tree works (4), listed building and heritage (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Melton?
In the last 24 months, 41 planning applications were submitted near Melton.
What types of planning applications are most common near Melton?
The most common type of planning application near Melton is full planning applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Melton?
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