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Planning in Smithwood Green

Only 1 decision near Smithwood Green in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Smithwood Green

Smithwood Green is a charming hamlet within the civil parish of Cockfield, situated about 3.5 miles from Lavenham in Suffolk, England. Nestled among picturesque farmland and connected by a limited road network, the area is part of a small community that saw its population grow from 839 in 2001 to 868 by the 2011 Census, making it an ideal location for potential planning applications in a rural setting.

Property prices in Smithwood Green show an average sale price of £339,984, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Smithwood Green 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, Smithwood Green 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 Smithwood Green, 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, 3 planning applications were submitted near Smithwood Green.

The most common types were full planning applications (1).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Smithwood Green?
In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Smithwood Green.
What types of planning applications are most common near Smithwood Green?
The most common type of planning application near Smithwood Green is full planning applications, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Smithwood Green?
You can search and track planning applications near Smithwood Green on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.