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Planning in Sproughton

Approved
91%
20 of 22 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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Around Sproughton

Postcode districts

IP8 134 applications in the last 12 monthsIP1 207 applications in the last 12 monthsIP2 48 applications in the last 12 monthsCO10 683 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Babergh District Council

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About Sproughton

Sproughton is a village located in Suffolk, England, just west of Ipswich, within the Babergh administrative district. The community features essential amenities such as a church, primary school, pub, and community shop, alongside various local groups. It falls under the Belstead Brook electoral division of Suffolk County Council, making it an area of interest for planning applications and community development initiatives. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,476 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Babergh district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Sproughton 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 Sproughton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Sproughton has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Sproughton 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 Sproughton, 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, 29 planning applications were submitted near Sproughton. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (17), full planning applications (3), amendments (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Sproughton?
In the last 24 months, 29 planning applications were submitted near Sproughton. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near Sproughton?
The average planning decision time near Sproughton is 52 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 Sproughton?
The planning approval rate near Sproughton is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Sproughton?
The most common type of planning application near Sproughton is discharge of conditions, with 17 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Sproughton?
You can search and track planning applications near Sproughton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.