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Planning in Stutton

Only 5 decisions near Stutton in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Stutton

Stutton is a quaint village and civil parish located about seven miles south of Ipswich on the Shotley peninsula in Suffolk. The community features essential amenities including two pubs, a primary school, a village hall, and various local businesses such as a community shop, a hair salon, and a holistic therapy centre. Notably, the village is also home to St. Peter's church, situated nearly a mile from the centre, and offers accommodations like a self-catering holiday cottage and bed and breakfast options, making it an appealing area for potential planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 818 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Babergh district.

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

The area around Stutton has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Stutton 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 Stutton, 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, 13 planning applications were submitted near Stutton.

The most common types were full planning applications (4), discharge of conditions (2), listed building and heritage (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Stutton?
In the last 24 months, 13 planning applications were submitted near Stutton.
What types of planning applications are most common near Stutton?
The most common type of planning application near Stutton is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Stutton?
You can search and track planning applications near Stutton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.