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

Only 5 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

Planning in Norton

Only 7 decisions near Norton in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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Around Norton

Postcode districts

IP31 310 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Babergh District Council

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About Norton

Norton is a charming village and civil parish situated in the Mid Suffolk district of Suffolk, England. Its name translates to "northern town" or "farm," reflecting its geographical roots. Conveniently located near the A14, Norton is approximately 3 miles from the nearest railway station at Elmswell, with Stowmarket and Bury St Edmunds just 8 and 10 miles away, respectively. This accessibility makes Norton an appealing area for prospective planning applications and developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,107 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Mid Suffolk district.

Property prices in Norton show an average sale price of £339,984, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Norton 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 Norton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Norton 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 Norton, 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, 21 planning applications were submitted near Norton.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (8), outline applications (3), tree works (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Norton?
In the last 24 months, 21 planning applications were submitted near Norton.
What types of planning applications are most common near Norton?
The most common type of planning application near Norton is discharge of conditions, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Norton?
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