The Port of Felixstowe, Suffolk Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near The Port of Felixstowe, Suffolk.
Suffolk · England · settlement
Planning applications in The Port of Felixstowe are administered by East Suffolk Council. View the full East Suffolk Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About The Port of Felixstowe
The Port of Felixstowe, located in Suffolk, is the UK's largest container port, handling 48% of the nation’s containerised trade. Recognised for its significant role in global logistics, it was ranked as the 43rd busiest container port worldwide and the 8th in Europe in 2017, with a traffic volume of 3.85 million twenty-foot equivalent units (TEU). As of 2019, it remains the 7th busiest port in the UK, making it a critical hub for planning applications related to transport and infrastructure in the region.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £310,923 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: East Suffolk
- Parliamentary constituency: Suffolk Coastal
- LSOA: East Suffolk 028A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near The Port of Felixstowe.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near The Port of Felixstowe.
- 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 The Port of Felixstowe based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
84 planning applications found near The Port of Felixstowe.
- - Haven Filling Station Dock Road The Docks Felixstowe Suffolk IP11 3SH
Variation of Condition Nos. 2, 4 & 6 of DC/23/2349/FUL - Two double skinned fuel tanks will be installed on the existing site for the offloading and loading of fuels. These tanks will be installed on
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2026-04-07
View full details - - Haven Filling Station Dock Road The Docks Felixstowe Suffolk IP11 3SH
Discharge of Condition Nos. 4 and 10 of DC/23/2349/FUL - Two double skinned fuel tanks will be installed on the existing site for the offloading and loading of fuels. These tanks will be installed on
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2026-04-07
View full details - - Haven Filling Station Dock Road The Docks Felixstowe Suffolk IP11 3SE
Illuminated Advertisement Consent - The installation of totem pole sign 6.5m x 1.8m with associated foundation.
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2026-03-05
View full details - - Certus Terminal Dock Road Felixstowe Docks Felixstowe Suffolk IP11 3SE
Redevelopment of the site for continued HGV Fuel Provision and associate works
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2025-07-31
View full details - - McDonalds Restaurant Haven Exchange Felixstowe Suffolk IP11 2QX
Minor refurbishment of the restaurant with elevation changes to include the redecoration of fascia soffits, window frames and doors. The relocation of one drive thru booth, with both booths to have ne
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2025-04-09
View full details - - Former Itron Factory Carr Road Felixstowe Suffolk
Discharge of Condition(s) 7, 8 & 12 of DC/20/1666/FUL (AP/21/0035/REFUSE) - Demolition of ancillary Buildings and Plant and the Change of Use and Subdivision of Main Building from B1(c) Business Use t
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2024-10-31
View full details - - 1 Dock Road The Docks Felixstowe Suffolk IP11 3QW
Retrospective application - Removal of existing felt roof coverings and replace with new 18mm ply boards - V/B - 150mm Insulation Board - Roof covering to be sika trocal single ply membrane
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2024-09-17
View full details - - Waterhead House Peewit Hill Felixstowe Suffolk IP11 3QE
Outline Application (Some Matters Reserved) - Proposed dwelling with the retention of garage building (matters of Access, Appearance, Layout and Scale included for consideration).
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2024-02-12
View full details - - Haven Filling Station Dock Road The Docks Felixstowe Suffolk IP11 3SE
Discharge of Conditions 3, 4 & 10 of DC/23/2349/FUL - Two double skinned fuel tanks will be installed on the existing site for the offloading and loading of fuels. These tanks will be installed on new
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2023-12-18
View full details - - Haven Filling Station Dock Road The Docks Felixstowe Suffolk IP11 3SH
Two double skinned fuel tanks will be installed on the existing site for the offloading and loading of fuels. These tanks will be installed on new reinforced concrete slabs. An electrical GRP pre-fabr
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2023-06-14
View full details - - Land Off Walton Avenue Felixstowe Suffolk
Erection of office accommodation building (to replace existing office building approved for a temporary period by 22/2930)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2023-03-16
View full details - - Former Routemaster Hotel And Offices Walton Avenue Felixstowe Suffolk
Discharge of Condition 3 (flood risk asset register template) of DC/19/0042/VOC.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2023-03-13
View full details - - Former Routemaster Hotel And Offices Walton Avenue Felixstowe Suffolk IP11 3BA
Variation of Condition 2 and 3 of DC/19/0042/FUL - Substitute approved drawing 4470-PL1 Rev A with proposed drawing 4470-PL1 Rev B to accommodate site connectivity with site immediately adjacent to th
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Conditions | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2022-09-21
View full details - - Lidl Ltd Haven Exchange South Felixstowe Suffolk IP11 2QE
External alterations to the existing Lidl foodstore to accommodate a new Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) facility, minor car park reconfiguration and other associated works at Lidl.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2022-05-31
View full details - - Haven Filling Station Dock Road The Docks Felixstowe Suffolk IP11 3SE
Two double skinned fuel tanks will be installed on the existing site for the offloading and loading of fuels.These tanks will be installed on new reinforced concrete slabs. An electrical GRP pre-fabri
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2022-03-03
View full details - - Mcdonalds Restaurant Walton Avenue Felixstowe Suffolk IP11 2HA
InstaVolt are proposing to install one rapid electric vehicle charging station within the car park of McDonald's, Felixstowe. One existing parking space will become an EV charging bay, along with asso
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2022-01-28
View full details - - Haven Filling Station Dock Road The Docks Felixstowe IP11 3SE
Fuel retail forecourt shop building, including canopy and pump islands.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2022-01-21
View full details - - Mcdonalds Restaurant Walton Avenue Felixstowe Suffolk IP11 2HA
Illuminated Advertisement Consent - Installation of 5no. fascia signs
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2021-12-14
View full details - - Mcdonalds Restaurant Walton Avenue Felixstowe Suffolk IP11 2HA
Installation of a new "Folded Roof" concept, comprising of aluminium cladding and associated works. Installation of new and replacement fascia signage.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2021-12-14
View full details - - 55 Dovedale Felixstowe Suffolk IP11 2PL
Single height extension to the south. Replacement windows in places. Replacement conservatory. Internal alterations.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2021-10-06
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A brief summary of The Port of Felixstowe in Suffolk
The Port of Felixstowe, located in Suffolk, is the UK's largest container port, handling 48% of the nation’s containerised trade. Recognised for its significant role in global logistics, it was ranked as the 43rd busiest container port worldwide and the 8th in Europe in 2017, with a traffic volume of 3.85 million twenty-foot equivalent units (TEU). As of 2019, it remains the 7th busiest port in the UK, making it a critical hub for planning applications related to transport and infrastructure in the region.
Property prices in The Port of Felixstowe show an average sale price of £310,923, 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 The Port of Felixstowe a particularly low-crime area.
The Port of Felixstowe has one conservation area within its boundaries: Felixstowe South. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 The Port of Felixstowe includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Landguard Common SSSI. 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 The Port of Felixstowe
In the last 24 months, 23 planning applications were submitted near The Port of Felixstowe. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 86 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near The Port of Felixstowe may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision period of 86 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 13 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near The Port of Felixstowe were full planning applications (12), discharge of conditions (7), advertising consent (2). Full planning applications account for 52% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 22 smaller schemes were submitted.
3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 2 were dismissed (33% success rate).
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Related Planning Guides
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