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Planning in Sudbury

Approved
87%
77 of 82 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Sudbury

Sudbury, located in the south-west of Suffolk along the River Stour and near the Essex border, is a vibrant market town and civil parish known for its rich history and community. As the largest town in the Babergh district, it serves as a key hub for local development and planning initiatives. With a population of 23,912 in the built-up area and 13,619 in the parish as of 2021, Sudbury presents a dynamic environment for those researching planning applications in the region. The town has a population of approximately 13,622 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Babergh district.

Property prices in Sudbury show an average sale price of £336,665, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Sudbury 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Sudbury, 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, 176 planning applications were submitted near Sudbury. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (30), discharge of conditions (26), listed building and heritage (18).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Sudbury?
In the last 24 months, 176 planning applications were submitted near Sudbury. The approval rate is 87%.
How long do planning decisions take near Sudbury?
The average planning decision time near Sudbury is 53 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 Sudbury?
The planning approval rate near Sudbury is 87%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Sudbury?
The most common type of planning application near Sudbury is full planning applications, with 30 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Sudbury?
You can search and track planning applications near Sudbury on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.