How long do planning decisions take near St Margaret South Elmham?

The average planning decision time near St Margaret South Elmham is 142 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 St Margaret South Elmham?

The planning approval rate near St Margaret South Elmham is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near St Margaret South Elmham?

The most common type of planning application near St Margaret South Elmham is discharge of conditions, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near St Margaret South Elmham?

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St Margaret South Elmham, Suffolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near St Margaret South Elmham, Suffolk.

Suffolk · England · settlement

Planning applications in St Margaret South Elmham are administered by Babergh District Council. View the full Babergh District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About St Margaret South Elmham

St Margaret South Elmham is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the northern part of Suffolk, approximately 4 miles southwest of the market town of Bungay. As part of the East Suffolk district, it belongs to a collection of parishes known as The Saints, making it a notable area for planning considerations and community development.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £284,994 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: South Norfolk
Parliamentary constituency: Waveney Valley
LSOA: South Norfolk 013D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near St Margaret South Elmham.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near St Margaret South Elmham.

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 St Margaret South Elmham based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near St Margaret South Elmham.

- The Old Rectory The Street South Elmham St Margaret Harleston Suffolk IP20 0PJ
Discharge of Condition Nos. 4, 5, 6, 7, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 27, 28 and 30 of DC/24/4379/LBC - Listed Building Consent - Partial Demolition, extension and internal r
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2026-06-02
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- The Old Rectory The Street South Elmham St Margaret Harleston Suffolk IP20 0PJ
Discharge of Condition 5 of DC/24/4378/FUL - Partial demolition, extension and internal reordering, plus conversion and repair of outbuildings - Lighting Scheme
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2026-03-26
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A brief summary of St Margaret South Elmham in Suffolk

Property prices in St Margaret South Elmham show an average sale price of £284,994, 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 St Margaret South Elmham a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around St Margaret South Elmham includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in St Margaret South Elmham

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near St Margaret South Elmham. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 142 days.

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

With an average of 142 days, decisions near St Margaret South Elmham take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 5-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near St Margaret South Elmham were discharge of conditions (4).

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