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Planning in Rickinghall

Approved
94%
81 of 83 decided
Decision time
about 5 weeks
on average

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

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About Rickinghall

Rickinghall is a village located in the Mid Suffolk district of Suffolk, England, comprising two parishes: Rickinghall Inferior and Rickinghall Superior. Together with the nearby Botesdale, these areas form a cohesive built-up environment, making it essential for anyone researching planning applications to consider the unique characteristics and governance of both parishes. It sits within the Rickinghall Superior district.

Property prices in Rickinghall show an average sale price of £280,620, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Rickinghall 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 Rickinghall a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Rickinghall 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 Rickinghall, 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, 103 planning applications were submitted near Rickinghall. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 38 days.

The most common types were tree works (50), full planning applications (14), discharge of conditions (8).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Rickinghall?
In the last 24 months, 103 planning applications were submitted near Rickinghall. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near Rickinghall?
The average planning decision time near Rickinghall is 38 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 Rickinghall?
The planning approval rate near Rickinghall is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Rickinghall?
The most common type of planning application near Rickinghall is tree works applications, with 50 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Rickinghall?
You can search and track planning applications near Rickinghall on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.