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Planning in North Cove

Approved
71%
12 of 16 decided
Decision time
about 5 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of North Cove in the last 24 months, from East Suffolk Council's planning register.

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About North Cove

North Cove is a quaint village and civil parish located in the East Suffolk district of England, approximately 3 miles east of Beccles and 5 miles west of Lowestoft. The village merges with Barnby, allowing for shared resources while maintaining distinct parish councils for each area. This proximity to larger towns and community ties may influence planning applications and local development initiatives. The settlement has a population of approximately 433 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Waveney district.

Property prices in North Cove show an average sale price of £314,715, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the North Cove 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 North Cove a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around North Cove has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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

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To comment on or object to a planning application near North Cove, 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 North Cove. Of these, 71% were approved, with an average decision time of 36 days.

The most common types were outline applications (8), full planning applications (6), tree works (3).

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 North Cove?
In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near North Cove. The approval rate is 71%.
How long do planning decisions take near North Cove?
The average planning decision time near North Cove is 36 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 North Cove?
The planning approval rate near North Cove is 71%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near North Cove?
The most common type of planning application near North Cove is outline applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near North Cove?
You can search and track planning applications near North Cove on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.