How long do planning decisions take near Stanton Chare?

The average planning decision time near Stanton Chare is 63 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 Stanton Chare?

The planning approval rate near Stanton Chare is 63%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Stanton Chare?

The most common type of planning application near Stanton Chare is tree works applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Stanton Chare?

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Stanton Chare, Suffolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Stanton Chare, Suffolk.

Suffolk · England · settlement

Planning applications in Stanton Chare are administered by Mid Suffolk District Council. View the full Mid Suffolk District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Stanton Chare

Stanton Chare is a quaint hamlet located in the West Suffolk district of England, close to the larger village of Stanton. Its proximity to major roads, including the A143 and B1111, makes it an area of interest for planning applications and developments in the surrounding region.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £338,147 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Mid Suffolk
Parliamentary constituency: Waveney Valley
LSOA: Mid Suffolk 004A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Stanton Chare.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Stanton Chare.

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 Stanton Chare based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Stanton Chare in Suffolk

Property prices in Stanton Chare show an average sale price of £338,147, 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 Stanton Chare a particularly low-crime area.

Stanton Chare has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Bardwell, Stanton. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Stanton Chare includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Stanton Woods SSSI; 3 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 Stanton Chare

In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Stanton Chare. Of these, 63% were approved, with an average decision time of 63 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Stanton Chare.

At 63 days on average, decisions near Stanton Chare slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Stanton Chare were tree works (3), full planning applications (2), discharge of conditions (2). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 9 smaller schemes were submitted.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 0 were dismissed.

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