How long do planning decisions take near Occold?

The average planning decision time near Occold is 46 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 Occold?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Occold?

The most common type of planning application near Occold is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Occold?

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Occold, Suffolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Occold, Suffolk.

Suffolk · England · settlement

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About Occold

Occold is a quaint village in Suffolk, England, situated approximately 2 miles southeast of Eye and 8 miles from Diss. Its strategic location makes it a potential area of interest for planning applications, offering a blend of rural charm and accessibility to nearby towns.

Population: 506 (2021)

District: Mid Suffolk

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Area Information

Admin district: Mid Suffolk
Parliamentary constituency: Waveney Valley
LSOA: Mid Suffolk 002C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Occold.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Occold based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Occold.

- 13 Old Rectory Gardens Occold Eye Suffolk IP23 7PD
Householder Application - Replacement of porch
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-01-28
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- 15 Old Rectory Gardens Occold Eye Suffolk IP23 7PD
Application for works to trees subject to a Tree Presrvation Order - Re-pollard 1 No. Lime (T1), Re-pollard 1 No. Holm Oak (T2) to 20ft and Reduce 1 No. Oak (T3) by 30%
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-10-07
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- Haven Cottage Mill Road Occold Eye Suffolk IP23 7PN
Householder Application - Insertion of new side door and front window. Weatherboarding to part front, side and rear elevation and to detached garage. New enclosed porch.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-09-03
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A brief summary of Occold in Suffolk

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

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Planning Activity in Occold

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Occold. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 days.

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

The average decision time of 46 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Occold were full planning applications (2), discharge of conditions (2), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 40% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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