How long do planning decisions take near Ringsfield?

The average planning decision time near Ringsfield 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 Ringsfield?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Ringsfield?

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

How can I track planning applications near Ringsfield?

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Ringsfield, Suffolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Ringsfield, Suffolk.

Suffolk · England · settlement

Planning applications in Ringsfield are administered by Babergh District Council. View the full Babergh District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Ringsfield

Ringsfield is a quaint village and civil parish located in Suffolk, England, situated just 2 miles (3.2 km) south-west of Beccles within the East Suffolk district. This peaceful community offers potential for various planning applications, making it an intriguing area for developers and planners alike.

Population: 330 (2021)

District: Waveney

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Area Information

Admin district: South Norfolk
Parliamentary constituency: South Norfolk
LSOA: South Norfolk 010A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Ringsfield.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Ringsfield based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Ringsfield.

- Manor House Barn Church Road Ringsfield Beccles Suffolk NR34 8JU
Discharge of Condition No. 4 of DC/24/2269/FUL - Erection of 1no. storage barn - To ensure a satisfactory external appearance
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2025-02-20
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- The Old Rectory Church Road Ringsfield Beccles Suffolk NR34 8JU
Listed Building Consent - Replace a small wooden window in the Apple Shed, like for like because the existing one is rotten.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2024-03-29
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- The Manor House Church Road Ringsfield Beccles Suffolk NR34 8JU
Listed Building Consent - Removal of internal porch (Dining Room). Unblocking of 2No. blocked doorways (Dining Room / Sitting Room). Removal of double doors and step, blocking up of opening (Utility R
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2022-10-13
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- Newlands Ringsfield Road Ringsfield Beccles Suffolk NR34 8LE
To Install up to 20 solar panels (depending on available panel output) ground mounted in our garden
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2022-09-01
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- Memory Cottage Church Road Ringsfield Beccles Suffolk NR34 8JY
Creation of a dwelling unit for holiday letting purposes by retention (instead of demolition) of existing dwelling adjacent to property approved by application DC/16/3158/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2021-08-09
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A brief summary of Ringsfield in Suffolk

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

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Ringsfield includes 1 National Parks: THE BROADS. 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 Ringsfield

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Ringsfield. 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 Ringsfield 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 Ringsfield were full planning applications (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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