How long do planning decisions take near Norton Little Green?

The average planning decision time near Norton Little Green is 25 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 Norton Little Green?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Norton Little Green?

The most common type of planning application near Norton Little Green is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Norton Little Green?

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Norton Little Green, Suffolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Norton Little Green, Suffolk.

Suffolk · England · settlement

Planning applications in Norton Little Green are administered by West Suffolk Council. View the full West Suffolk Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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Area Information

Admin district: West Suffolk
Parliamentary constituency: Bury St Edmunds and Stowmarket
LSOA: West Suffolk 005E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Norton Little Green.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Norton Little Green.

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 Norton Little Green based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Norton Little Green.

- Manor Barn Ashfield Road Norton Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP31 3NN
Discharge of Conditions Application for Listed Building Consents DC/23/03177 and DC/23/04960 - Condition 4 (Hard Surfacing), Condition 5 (Rainwater Goods), and Condition 7 (Eaves and Verges)
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-05-29
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- Ashfield Road Norton Suffolk
Development by a Statutory Undertaker - Installation of a substation (28 days)
Status: Permitted | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-10-06
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- Manor Lodge Ashfield Road Norton Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP31 3NN
Discharge of Conditions Application for DC/21/03741 - Condition 5 (Agreement of Materials)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2024-06-28
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- Barn At Haydens Farm (The Woodshed) Ashfield Road Norton Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP31 3NN
Erection of single storey extension and replacement roof.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2024-05-01
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- Pine Trees Ashfield Road Norton Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP31 3NN
Application for a Non Material Amendment relating to DC/21/00181 - Change external windows and doors from semi-hardwood to UPVC, retaining the same colour, style and appearance.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2023-10-28
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A brief summary of Norton Little Green in Suffolk

Norton Little Green is a settlement located in Suffolk, England.

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

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Norton Little Green includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Norton Wood SSSI; 3 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Norton Little Green

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Norton Little Green. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 25 days.

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

The average decision time of 25 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Norton Little Green were full planning applications (4), discharge of conditions (2), other applications (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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