Search Monks Eleigh planning applications

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

Only 9 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 20 · received or decided in the last 12 months

Virginia House Back Lane Monks Eleigh Ipswich Suffolk IP7 7BAAwaiting decisionNotification of Works to Trees in a Conservation Area - Prune canopy of 2 No. Field Maples (T1 and T2) to reduce height from current level to new height slightly lower than the apex of the garage roof. Fell 1 No. Damson Fruit tree (T3)Received 20 Oct 2026DC/26/04302
Fairways Back Lane Monks Eleigh Ipswich Suffolk IP7 7BAAwaiting decisionHouseholder Planning Application - Erection of extensions and alterations to existing two storey dwelling (following demolition of existing garage)Received 16 Oct 2026DC/26/04355
Costa Plenty Church Hill Monks Eleigh Ipswich Suffolk IP7 7JQAwaiting decisionNotification of Works to Trees in a Conservation Area - Fell 1 No. Monterey Cypress (T1)Received 13 Oct 2026DC/26/04429
Onchan Back Lane Monks Eleigh Ipswich Suffolk IP7 7BAApprovedNotification of Works to Trees in a Conservation Area - Fell 1 No. Lawson Cypress (T1)Received 6 Oct 2026Decided 29 Oct 2026DC/26/04329
Meadow House Foysters Hall Monks Eleigh Ipswich Suffolk IP7 7AXApprovedNotification of works to Trees in a Conservation Area - Overall crown reduction by approximately 2 metres to:T1- Silver birch, T2- Alder, T3- Pin Oak and T4- False Acacia. Overall crown reduction by approximately 1 metre to: T5- Walnut, T6- Walnut and T7- Maple.Received 8 Sep 2026Decided 6 Oct 2026DC/26/03866

Planning in Monks Eleigh

Approved: 95%; 19 of 20 decided
Decision time: about 6 weeks; on average

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

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Around Monks Eleigh

Postcode districts

IP7 265 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: Babergh District Council

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About Monks Eleigh

Monks Eleigh is a picturesque village and civil parish located in Babergh, Suffolk, nestled along a tributary of the River Brett. The parish also encompasses the quaint hamlets of Swingleton Green and Stackyard Green, making it a charming area for prospective planning applications in a serene rural setting. The settlement has a population of approximately 502 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Babergh district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Monks Eleigh 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 Monks Eleigh 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, Monks Eleigh 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 Monks Eleigh, 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, 28 planning applications were submitted near Monks Eleigh. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 40 days.

The most common types were tree works (7), discharge of conditions (4), listed building and heritage (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Monks Eleigh?

In the last 24 months, 28 planning applications were submitted near Monks Eleigh. The approval rate is 95%.

How long do planning decisions take near Monks Eleigh?

The average planning decision time near Monks Eleigh is 40 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 Monks Eleigh?

The planning approval rate near Monks Eleigh is 95%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Monks Eleigh?

The most common type of planning application near Monks Eleigh is tree works applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Monks Eleigh?

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