How long do planning decisions take near Rumburgh?

The average planning decision time near Rumburgh is 29 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 Rumburgh?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Rumburgh?

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

How can I track planning applications near Rumburgh?

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Rumburgh, Suffolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Rumburgh, Suffolk.

Suffolk · England · settlement

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About Rumburgh

Rumburgh is a quaint village and civil parish located in Suffolk, approximately 3.5 miles north-west of Halesworth, a nearby market town. As of the 2011 census, the parish had a population of 327 residents, making it a small but tightly-knit community. This demographic information can be valuable for those researching planning applications and developments within the area.

Population: 298 (2021) · Area: 623.4 km²

District: Waveney

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £353,990 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: East Suffolk
Parliamentary constituency: Waveney Valley
LSOA: East Suffolk 016B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Rumburgh.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Rumburgh based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Rumburgh.

- Buck Meadow View Malt Office Lane Rumburgh Halesworth Suffolk IP19 0JD
Construction of a single-storey detached cart lodge to accommodate covered parking and workshop.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2025-07-30
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- Dandy Hall Cottage Malt Office Lane Rumburgh Halesworth Suffolk IP19 0JD
Discharge of Condition Nos. 3 and 8 of DC/24/0428/FUL - Construction of a replacement 3 bedroom dwelling - Materials Details / Lighting Design Strategy for Biodiversity
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2025-06-09
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- G Engineering Ltd Malt Office Lane Rumburgh Suffolk
Discharge of Condition Nos. 10, 11, 13 and 16 of DC/22/1891/FUL - Construction of rural workers dwelling - Covering letter, Site Plan, Landscaping Plan & Water Efficiency Report
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2023-03-24
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A brief summary of Rumburgh in Suffolk

Rumburgh covers an area of approximately 623.4 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Rumburgh show an average sale price of £353,990, 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 Rumburgh a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Rumburgh

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Rumburgh. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 29 days.

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

The average decision time of 29 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Rumburgh 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.

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