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25 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Mendlesham · updated daily · Babergh District Council

Showing 1 to 5 of 25 · received or decided in the last 90 days

Land East Of Old Station Road Mendlesham SuffolkAwaiting decisionDischarge of Conditions Application for DC/24/04832 - Condition 25 (Domestic Air Source Heat Pumps)Received 3 Nov 2026DC/26/04690
Land East Of Old Station Road Mendlesham SuffolkAwaiting decisionDischarge of Conditions Application for DC/24/04832 - Condition 22 (Tree Protection)Received 3 Nov 2026DC/26/04689
Land East Of Old Station Road Mendlesham SuffolkAwaiting decisionApplication for a Non-Material Amendment relating to DC/24/04832 - Changes to plot 1 house-type and general minor updates to external works drawings including: Fence line amended and knee rail fence added between plots 51 and 52; Knee rail fence added to plots 1 and 43 boundary; Knee rail fence added to plots 62 and 67; Plot 59 fence type amended adjacent to basin; Garden walls between plots 20 and 33 amended; Knee rail fence added to demark boundary to plots 44 and 45; Service margin omitted shared surface serving plots 66-78; Road serving plots 49-58 changed to block paving. As per supporting documents submitted.Received 30 Oct 2026DC/26/04688
30 Front Street Mendlesham Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 5RYAwaiting decisionApplication for works to trees in a Conservation Area - T1 Ash - Crown reduce the height and spread by approximately 2-2.5m back to previous points. T2 Silver birch - Crown reduce the height and spread by approximately 1.5-2m and shape.Received 14 Oct 2026DC/26/04449
Orchid Meadow Chapel Road Mendlesham Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 5SQAwaiting decisionDischarge of Conditions Application for DC/23/03187 - Conditions 6 (Footpath Surface Improvement works), 8 (Maintenance and inspection of the play space) and 9 (Prevention of the parking of vehicles within the green spaces)Received 7 Oct 2026DC/26/04345

Planning in Mendlesham

Approved: 88%; 22 of 25 decided
Decision time: about 6 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Mendlesham in the last 24 months, from Babergh District Council's planning register.

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IP14 502 applications in the last 12 months

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Planning authority: Babergh District Council

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About Mendlesham

Mendlesham is a village in Suffolk, home to 1,407 residents as of the 2011 census. Located 5 miles northeast of Stowmarket and approximately 73 miles from London, Mendlesham offers a blend of rural charm and accessibility, making it a relevant area for those interested in planning applications and developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,553 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Mid Suffolk district.

Property prices in Mendlesham show an average sale price of £330,145, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Mendlesham 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 Mendlesham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Mendlesham 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.onesuffolk.co.uk/MendleshamPC/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Mendlesham, 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 Mendlesham. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (13), tree works (5), full planning applications (4).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Mendlesham?

In the last 24 months, 41 planning applications were submitted near Mendlesham. The approval rate is 88%.

How long do planning decisions take near Mendlesham?

The average planning decision time near Mendlesham is 45 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 Mendlesham?

The planning approval rate near Mendlesham is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Mendlesham?

The most common type of planning application near Mendlesham is discharge of conditions, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Mendlesham?

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