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Planning in Mill Street

Approved
95%
37 of 37 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

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About Mill Street

Mill Street is a settlement located in Suffolk, England.

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

The area around Mill Street has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Mill Street 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 Mill Street, 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, 48 planning applications were submitted near Mill Street. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 42 days.

The most common types were tree works (10), discharge of conditions (9), listed building and heritage (8).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Mill Street?
In the last 24 months, 48 planning applications were submitted near Mill Street. The approval rate is 95%.
How long do planning decisions take near Mill Street?
The average planning decision time near Mill Street is 42 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 Mill Street?
The planning approval rate near Mill Street is 95%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Mill Street?
The most common type of planning application near Mill Street is tree works applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Mill Street?
You can search and track planning applications near Mill Street on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.