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Planning in Raydon

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

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

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About Raydon

Raydon is a village and civil parish situated in the Babergh district of Suffolk, England, approximately two miles southeast of Hadleigh. The parish encompasses the hamlets of Lower Raydon to the west and The Woodlands to the east. Historically noted in the Domesday Book as "Reindune" and featured on John Speed's 1610 map as "Roydon," Raydon offers a blend of historical significance and rural charm, making it a noteworthy area for planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 540 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Babergh district.

Property prices in Raydon show an average sale price of £283,161, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Raydon 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 Raydon a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Raydon has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Raydon 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 Raydon, 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, 11 planning applications were submitted near Raydon.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (4), full planning applications (2), amendments (1).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Raydon?
In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Raydon.
What types of planning applications are most common near Raydon?
The most common type of planning application near Raydon is discharge of conditions, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Raydon?
You can search and track planning applications near Raydon on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.