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Planning in Shotley Gate

Approved
100%
15 of 15 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

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About Shotley Gate

Shotley Gate, situated at the tip of the Shotley Peninsula in Suffolk's Babergh district, is the largest settlement within the civil parish of Shotley, boasting a population of approximately 1,461 as of 2020. The area is characterized by its development along both sides of Bristol Hill and features local amenities, including the Bristol Arms pub, making it a notable location for planning applications in the region.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Shotley Gate a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Shotley Gate has 9 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Shotley Gate 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Shotley Gate, 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, 19 planning applications were submitted near Shotley Gate. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (5), amendments (3), outline applications (2). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Shotley Gate?
In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Shotley Gate. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Shotley Gate?
The average planning decision time near Shotley Gate is 45 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 Shotley Gate?
The planning approval rate near Shotley Gate is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Shotley Gate?
The most common type of planning application near Shotley Gate is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Shotley Gate?
You can search and track planning applications near Shotley Gate on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.