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Planning in Nayland

Approved
99%
71 of 71 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

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About Nayland

Nayland is a picturesque village located in the Babergh district of Suffolk, England, now part of the parish of Nayland-with-Wissington. Nestled in the scenic Stour Valley along the Suffolk-Essex border, Nayland had a population of 938 as of the 2011 census, making it a small yet vibrant community. This charming area may present various planning opportunities and considerations for prospective developers and residents alike. The settlement has a population of approximately 938. It sits within the Nayland-with-Wissington district.

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

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Nayland 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 Nayland, 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, 85 planning applications were submitted near Nayland. Of these, 99% were approved, with an average decision time of 42 days.

The most common types were tree works (25), discharge of conditions (17), full planning applications (15).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Nayland?
In the last 24 months, 85 planning applications were submitted near Nayland. The approval rate is 99%.
How long do planning decisions take near Nayland?
The average planning decision time near Nayland 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 Nayland?
The planning approval rate near Nayland is 99%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Nayland?
The most common type of planning application near Nayland is tree works applications, with 25 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Nayland?
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