Sudbourne, Suffolk Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Sudbourne, Suffolk.
Suffolk · England · settlement
About Sudbourne
Sudbourne is a charming village and civil parish in Suffolk, England, situated around 2 miles (3 km) north of Orford. This picturesque location offers a tranquil setting that may be of interest to those researching planning applications in the surrounding area.
Population: 321 (2021)
District: Suffolk Coastal
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £395,750 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: East Suffolk
- Parliamentary constituency: Suffolk Coastal
- LSOA: East Suffolk 020B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Sudbourne.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Sudbourne.
- 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 Sudbourne based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
2 planning applications found near Sudbourne.
- - Sewage Works Snape Road Sudbourne Suffolk
1no. Sycamore (yellow circle on plan) - Prune to clear security light by 1 metre
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2026-02-18
View full details - - Pathways 1 Gorse Lane Sudbourne Woodbridge Suffolk IP12 2BD
Non-material Amendment of DC/25/2938/FUL - Construction of a two bay cart lodge measuring 7m x 6m with height of 3.9m. Brick plinth, oak frame, black feather edge cladding with slate roof.- Reduction
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2026-02-05
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A brief summary of Sudbourne in Suffolk
Sudbourne is a charming village and civil parish in Suffolk, England, situated around 2 miles (3 km) north of Orford. This picturesque location offers a tranquil setting that may be of interest to those researching planning applications in the surrounding area. The settlement has a population of approximately 321 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Suffolk Coastal district.
Property prices in Sudbourne show an average sale price of £395,750, 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 Sudbourne a particularly low-crime area.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Sudbourne includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Sandlings Forest SSSI; 4 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Suffolk Coast & Heaths; 2 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Sandlings. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Sudbourne 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.
Planning Activity in Sudbourne
In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Sudbourne. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 12 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Sudbourne may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 12 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Sudbourne were tree works (1), discharge of conditions (1), amendments (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.