How long do planning decisions take near Thelnetham?

The average planning decision time near Thelnetham is 48 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 Thelnetham?

The planning approval rate near Thelnetham is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Thelnetham?

The most common type of planning application near Thelnetham is discharge of conditions, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Thelnetham, Suffolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Thelnetham, Suffolk.

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About Thelnetham

Thelnetham is a quaint village and civil parish situated in the West Suffolk district of eastern England, approximately six miles west of Diss, with a population of 230 as of 2005. Nestled along the southern bank of the River Little Ouse, it is adjacent to the village of Blo' Norton on the Norfolk side. The name "Thelnetham" reflects its picturesque setting, translating to "the meadow with the plank bridge and the swans," making it a charming area for potential planning applications.

Population: 261 (2021)

District: St Edmundsbury

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Area Information

Admin district: South Norfolk
Parliamentary constituency: Waveney Valley
LSOA: South Norfolk 015H

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Thelnetham.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Thelnetham based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Thelnetham.

- Willow House Fen Lane Thelnetham Suffolk IP22 1JX
Application to discharge conditions 6 (Wildlife Sensitive Lighting), 7 (Biodiversity Enhancement Strategy), 8 (Precautionary Working Method Statement) of application DC/25/1240/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: West Suffolk | Date: 2026-03-17
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- Willow House Fen Lane Thelnetham Diss Suffolk IP22 1JX
Application to discharge statutory biodiversity gain plan condition in relation to DC/25/1240/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: West Suffolk | Date: 2026-03-17
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- The Cottage Church Farm Lane Thelnetham Suffolk IP22 1JY
Application for listed building consent - replacement of existing enclosed front porch with new outer front door
Status: Undecided | Council: West Suffolk | Date: 2026-02-15
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- Old School House School Lane Thelnetham Suffolk IP22 1LD
TPO 433(2006) tree preservation order - two yew (marked T1 and T3 on plan and order) overall crown reduction by one metre and a lateral reduction by 2.5 metres over road, one robinia (marked T2 on pla
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: West Suffolk | Date: 2026-01-02
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A brief summary of Thelnetham in Suffolk

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Thelnetham includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Bugg's Hole Fen, Thelnetham SSSI, Blo' Norton and Thelnetham Fens SSSI; 2 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Waveney & Little Ouse Valley Fens. 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 Thelnetham

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Thelnetham. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Thelnetham may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 48 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Thelnetham were discharge of conditions (3), full planning applications (2), tree works (1).

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 6 smaller schemes were submitted.

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