How long do planning decisions take near Thornham Magna?

The average planning decision time near Thornham Magna is 16 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 Thornham Magna?

The planning approval rate near Thornham Magna is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Thornham Magna?

The most common type of planning application near Thornham Magna is listed building consent applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Thornham Magna?

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Thornham Magna, Suffolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Thornham Magna, Suffolk.

Suffolk · England · settlement

Planning applications in Thornham Magna are administered by Mid Suffolk District Council. View the full Mid Suffolk District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Thornham Magna

Thornham Magna, located in Suffolk, is the larger of the two Thornham villages, situated on the historic Thornham Hall estate, once the seat of the Henniker family. The village lies approximately 3.5 miles from Eye and is conveniently positioned near the A140 road, which connects Norwich and Ipswich, making it a relevant area for planning applications and developments.

Population: 152 (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 001A

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Thornham Magna.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Thornham Magna based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Thornham Magna.

- The Bungalow The Street Thornham Magna Eye Suffolk IP23 8HB
Application under S73 for the Removal or Variation of a Condition following grant of DC/20/04979 dated 10/08/2021 Town and Country Planning Act 1990 (as amended) Erection of 2No dwellings (following d
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2024-06-07
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A brief summary of Thornham Magna in Suffolk

Property prices in Thornham Magna show an average sale price of £427,456, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

Thornham Magna has one conservation area within its boundaries: Wickham Skeith. 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 Thornham Magna includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. 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 Thornham Magna

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Thornham Magna. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 16 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Thornham Magna.

The average decision time of 16 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Thornham Magna were listed building and heritage (1). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.

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