How long do planning decisions take near Newbourne?

The average planning decision time near Newbourne is 56 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 Newbourne?

The planning approval rate near Newbourne is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Newbourne?

The most common type of planning application near Newbourne is discharge of conditions, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Newbourne?

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Newbourne, Suffolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Newbourne, Suffolk.

Suffolk · England · settlement

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About Newbourne

Newbourne is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the East Suffolk district of England. Nestled between the River Orwell and the River Deben, it sits to the east of Ipswich and south of Woodbridge, offering a unique setting for potential development and planning applications in this charming area.

Population: 272 (2021)

District: Suffolk Coastal

Website: http://www.newbourne.org.uk/

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £395,750 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: East Suffolk
Parliamentary constituency: Suffolk Coastal
LSOA: East Suffolk 025E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Newbourne.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Newbourne.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Newbourne based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Newbourne.

- Land East Of 23A Mill Road Newbourne Woodbridge Suffolk
Erection of cartlodge
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2026-02-27
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- 23 Mill Road Newbourne Suffolk IP12 4NP
Variation of Condition Nos. 2 and 3 of DC/20/3449/FUL - Proposed holiday lets - To allow for solar panels and change of roof materials
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2024-04-18
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- Land Adjacent 23 Mill Road Newbourne Suffolk IP12 4NP
Construction of detached dwelling and garage (resubmission)
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2023-06-13
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- Newbourne Business Park Mill Road Newbourne Woodbridge Suffolk IP12 4NP
Change of use, from storage to light manufacture
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2023-01-05
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A brief summary of Newbourne in Suffolk

Property prices in Newbourne show an average sale price of £395,750, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Newbourne a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Newbourne includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Newbourn Springs SSSI; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Suffolk Coast & Heaths. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Newbourne planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.newbourne.org.uk/. 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.

Planning Activity in Newbourne

In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Newbourne. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Newbourne may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 56 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Newbourne were discharge of conditions (6), full planning applications (3), outline applications (1).

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