How long do planning decisions take near Troston?

The average planning decision time near Troston is 50 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 Troston?

The planning approval rate near Troston is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Troston?

The most common type of planning application near Troston is outline applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Troston?

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Troston, Suffolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Troston, Suffolk.

Suffolk · England · settlement

Planning applications in Troston are administered by Babergh District Council. View the full Babergh District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Troston

Troston is a charming village and civil parish located in Suffolk, England, just five miles northeast of Bury St Edmunds. The parish church here is notable for its rare medieval wall paintings, which depict scenes such as dragon-slaying and the Martyrdom of St Edmund, making it a point of interest for both residents and visitors. This unique cultural heritage may influence local planning applications and community development in the area.

Population: 747 (2021)

District: St Edmundsbury

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Area Information

Admin district: Mid Suffolk
Parliamentary constituency: Bury St Edmunds and Stowmarket
LSOA: Mid Suffolk 004D

Crime Statistics

1 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

public-order: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Troston.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Troston based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

7 planning applications found near Troston.

- Barn C The Old Slaughterhouse The Street Troston Suffolk
Prior approval application under part 3 of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (Amendment and Consequential Provisions) (England) Order 2015 - change of use from agricultural
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: West Suffolk | Date: 2026-03-20
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- Lower Farm Buildings The Street Troston Suffolk
Prior approval application under part 3 of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (amendment and consequential provisions) (England) Order 2015 - change of use from agricultural
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: West Suffolk | Date: 2026-03-20
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- 21 Church Lane Troston Suffolk IP31 1EX
Planning application - one self-build dwelling
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: West Suffolk | Date: 2026-02-10
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- Lavender Cottage The Street Troston Suffolk IP31 1EW
Application for lawful development certificate for proposed use or development- single storey side extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: West Suffolk | Date: 2026-01-23
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- Fleetwood Livermere Road Troston Suffolk IP31 1ER
Application for lawful development certificate for proposed use or development - construction of single storey rear extension
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Outline | Council: West Suffolk | Date: 2026-01-23
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- The Willow Ixworth Road Troston Suffolk IP31 1EZ
Householder planning application - single storey infill extension on front elevation including a rooflight
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: West Suffolk | Date: 2026-01-02
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- Glebe Cottage 48 The Street Troston Suffolk IP31 1ET
Householder planning application - pergola to side elevation
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Suffolk | Date: 2025-10-16
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A brief summary of Troston in Suffolk

Neighbourhood safety in Troston is generally good, with just 1 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Troston has one conservation area within its boundaries: Great Livermere. 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 Troston 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 Troston

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Troston. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 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 Troston.

The average decision time of 50 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Troston were outline applications (4), full planning applications (3), tree works (1).

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