How long do planning decisions take near Thorndon?

The average planning decision time near Thorndon is 51 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 Thorndon?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Thorndon?

The most common type of planning application near Thorndon is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Thorndon?

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Thorndon, Suffolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Thorndon, Suffolk.

Suffolk · England · settlement

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About Thorndon

Thorndon is a quaint village and civil parish situated in the Mid Suffolk district of Suffolk, approximately three miles south of Eye and 92 miles northeast of London. With a population of 648 as of the 2011 census, Thorndon offers essential amenities, including All Saints' Church and a local primary school, making it a small yet vibrant community for those considering planning applications in the area.

Population: 726 (2021)

District: Mid Suffolk

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £427,456 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Mid Suffolk
Parliamentary constituency: Waveney Valley
LSOA: Mid Suffolk 001C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Thorndon.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Thorndon based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Thorndon.

- Acorn House Thwaite Road Thorndon Eye Suffolk IP23 7JJ
Application for works to trees subject to a Tree Preservation Order MS135/G1 - Two large Oak Trees - 20% reduction of trees cut to a suitable growth points.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-03-23
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- Oak Haven Thwaite Road Thorndon Eye Suffolk IP23 7JJ
Householder application - Removal of roof and addition of room in the roof. Internal arrangement reconfigued. Extension to rear kitchen and garden room with balcony above. Erection of new car port.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-03-17
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- Land At The Street Thorndon IP23 7JN
Development by a Statutory Undertaker - Openreach on behalf of British Telecom - Erection of 1No 9M Pole
Status: Permitted | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-02-20
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- Ivy Cottage The Street Thorndon Eye Suffolk IP23 7JN
Householder Application - Proposed new access and access track to hardstanding parking area at rear of property.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-10-22
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A brief summary of Thorndon in Suffolk

Property prices in Thorndon show an average sale price of £427,456, 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 Thorndon a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Thorndon

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Thorndon. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.

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

The average decision time of 51 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Thorndon were full planning applications (3), tree works (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 50% 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, 5 smaller schemes were submitted.

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