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10 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Mickfield · updated daily · Babergh District Council

Only 2 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 10 · received or decided in the last 12 months

Planning in Mickfield

Approved
88%
14 of 16 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

Decided by Babergh District CouncilCouncil page

Around Mickfield

Postcode districts

IP14 502 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Babergh District Council

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About Mickfield

Mickfield is a quaint village and civil parish situated in the Mid Suffolk district of eastern England, approximately five miles northeast of Stowmarket. As of 2005, the village had a population of around 200 residents, making it a small but close-knit community, which may be relevant for those considering planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 192 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Mid Suffolk district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Mickfield 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 Mickfield a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Mickfield has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Mickfield 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Mickfield, 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, 19 planning applications were submitted near Mickfield. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 61 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (7), full planning applications (4), other applications (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Mickfield?
In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Mickfield. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Mickfield?
The average planning decision time near Mickfield is 61 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 Mickfield?
The planning approval rate near Mickfield is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Mickfield?
The most common type of planning application near Mickfield is discharge of conditions, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Mickfield?
You can search and track planning applications near Mickfield on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.