Rodbridge Corner, Suffolk Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Rodbridge Corner, Suffolk.
Suffolk · England · settlement
About Rodbridge Corner
Rodbridge Corner, part of the large village and civil parish of Long Melford in Babergh district, Suffolk, is situated near the River Stour, which marks the border with Essex. Approximately 3 miles from Sudbury and 16 miles from Colchester, this historic wool town, once a market hub, includes the hamlets of Bridge Street and Cuckoo Tye. As of the 2011 census, the parish had a population of 3,918, making it a vibrant community for those considering planning applications in the area.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £383,000 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Babergh
- Parliamentary constituency: South Suffolk
- LSOA: Babergh 008C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Rodbridge Corner.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Rodbridge Corner.
- 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 Rodbridge Corner based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
4 planning applications found near Rodbridge Corner.
- - Everton Villa Rodbridge Hill Long Melford Sudbury Suffolk CO10 9HF
Discharge of Conditions Application for DC/25/05505 - Condition 3 (Biodiversity Enhancement Measures)
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-04-14
View full details - - Nethergate Brewery Rodbridge Hill Long Melford Sudbury Suffolk CO10 9HJ
Discharge of Conditions Application for DC/24/05330 - Condition 28 (Construction Surface Water Management Plan)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-01-28
View full details - - Nethergate Brewery Rodbridge Hill Long Melford Sudbury Suffolk CO10 9HJ
Application for Non-Material Amendment relating to DC/24/05330 - Amendments to proposed site plan including reposition of proposed New Shop, Tap Room and Office Building away from the existing hedge,
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-10-17
View full details - - Margo Borley Road Long Melford Sudbury Suffolk CO10 9HH
Full Planning Application - Conversion of and alterations to garage/outbuilding to form a 3 bedroom holiday let.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2023-11-01
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A brief summary of Rodbridge Corner in Suffolk
Rodbridge Corner, part of the large village and civil parish of Long Melford in Babergh district, Suffolk, is situated near the River Stour, which marks the border with Essex. Approximately 3 miles from Sudbury and 16 miles from Colchester, this historic wool town, once a market hub, includes the hamlets of Bridge Street and Cuckoo Tye. As of the 2011 census, the parish had a population of 3,918, making it a vibrant community for those considering planning applications in the area.
Property prices in Rodbridge Corner show an average sale price of £383,000, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Rodbridge Corner a particularly low-crime area.
Rodbridge Corner has one conservation area within its boundaries: Long Melford. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Rodbridge Corner includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Rodbridge Corner 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.
Planning Activity in Rodbridge Corner
In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Rodbridge Corner. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Rodbridge Corner may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 51 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Rodbridge Corner were full planning applications (4), outline applications (3), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 36% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.