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Planning in Sicklesmere

Approved
87%
13 of 14 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Sicklesmere in the last 24 months, from West Suffolk Council's planning register.

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Around Sicklesmere

Postcode districts

IP30 236 applications in the last 12 monthsIP29 191 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: West Suffolk Council

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About Sicklesmere

Sicklesmere is a village situated in Suffolk, England, approximately one mile south of Bury St Edmunds along the A134. The village is split between the civil parishes of Little and Great Whelnetham, making it a noteworthy area for planning applications due to its proximity to a larger town and its unique parish divisions. It sits within the Great Whelnetham district.

Property prices in Sicklesmere show an average sale price of £339,984, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Sicklesmere 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 Sicklesmere 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, Sicklesmere 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 Sicklesmere, 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, 20 planning applications were submitted near Sicklesmere. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

The most common types were tree works (9), full planning applications (2), discharge of conditions (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Sicklesmere?
In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near Sicklesmere. The approval rate is 87%.
How long do planning decisions take near Sicklesmere?
The average planning decision time near Sicklesmere is 53 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 Sicklesmere?
The planning approval rate near Sicklesmere is 87%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Sicklesmere?
The most common type of planning application near Sicklesmere is tree works applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Sicklesmere?
You can search and track planning applications near Sicklesmere on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.