How long do planning decisions take near Mendham?

The average planning decision time near Mendham is 95 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 Mendham?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Mendham?

The most common type of planning application near Mendham is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Mendham?

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Mendham, Suffolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Mendham, Suffolk.

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About Mendham

Mendham is a picturesque village and civil parish situated in the Mid Suffolk district of eastern England, positioned on the east bank of the River Waveney, approximately one mile east of Harleston. The parish encompasses the hamlets of Withersdale Street and features the scenic Mendham Marshes, offering a blend of rural charm and natural beauty that may influence local planning considerations.

Population: 411 (2021)

District: Mid Suffolk

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £288,950 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: South Norfolk
Parliamentary constituency: Waveney Valley
LSOA: South Norfolk 013D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Mendham.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Mendham based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Mendham.

- Ark Hill Cottage Withersdale Road Mendham Harleston Suffolk IP20 0JB
Householder Application - Erection of a rear extension and insertion of a ground floor window to south east elevation (following demolition of the conservatory)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2024-11-08
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A brief summary of Mendham in Suffolk

Property prices in Mendham show an average sale price of £288,950, 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 Mendham a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Mendham

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Mendham. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 95 days.

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

With an average of 95 days, decisions near Mendham take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

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

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 2 smaller schemes were submitted.

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