How long do planning decisions take near Playford?

The average planning decision time near Playford is 66 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 Playford?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Playford?

The most common type of planning application near Playford is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Playford?

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Playford, Suffolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Playford, Suffolk.

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About Playford

Playford is a quaint village and civil parish located in East Suffolk, on the outskirts of Ipswich, with a population of approximately 215 residents across 90 households. The village derives its name from Old English, reflecting its historical significance as a site for recreation and crossing points. While Playford lacks shops and pubs, it features a church and a village hall, making it a community-focused area that may be of interest for planning applications related to residential development or community facilities. Nearby villages include Rushmere, Little Bealings, Great Bealings, Culpho, and Grundisburgh.

Population: 250 (2021)

District: Suffolk Coastal

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Area Information

Admin district: Mid Suffolk
Parliamentary constituency: Central Suffolk and North Ipswich
LSOA: Mid Suffolk 011D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Playford.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Playford based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Playford.

- Rivendell Spring Meadow Playford Ipswich Suffolk IP6 9ED
Single storey rear extension to dwelling
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2025-06-23
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- Playford Hall Butts Road Playford Ipswich Suffolk IP6 9DX
Listed Building Consent - Internal strengthening to existing chimneys and related works
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2025-04-28
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- 2 Brook Cottages Brook Lane Playford Ipswich Suffolk IP6 9DZ
Side two storey extension and rear single storey extension to superseded previous DC/19/3344/FUL application
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2023-08-09
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A brief summary of Playford in Suffolk

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

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Playford includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Sinks Valley, Kesgrave SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site. 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 Playford

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Playford. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 days.

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

At 66 days on average, decisions near Playford slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Playford were full planning applications (1), listed building and heritage (1), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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