How long do planning decisions take near Tunstall?

The average planning decision time near Tunstall is 56 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 Tunstall?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Tunstall?

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

How can I track planning applications near Tunstall?

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Tunstall, Suffolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Tunstall, Suffolk.

Suffolk · England · settlement

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About Tunstall

Tunstall is a village and civil parish located in Suffolk, England, situated 7.5 miles (12.1 km) northeast of Woodbridge. The area comprises two interconnected settlements: the main village and the hamlet of Tunstall Common, which are part of the same parish. This unique structure may be of interest to those researching planning applications, as it reflects the distinct community layout within the region.

Population: 571 (2021)

District: Suffolk Coastal

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Property Prices

Average property sale price: £395,750 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: East Suffolk
Parliamentary constituency: Suffolk Coastal
LSOA: East Suffolk 023D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Tunstall.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Tunstall based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Tunstall.

- The Granary Church Farm Orford Road Tunstall Woodbridge Suffolk IP12 2JN
Re-roofing of single storey lean to roof over Kitchen/Dining Utility Room and Cloaks.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2025-12-12
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A brief summary of Tunstall in Suffolk

Property prices in Tunstall show an average sale price of £395,750, 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 Tunstall a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Tunstall includes 3 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Blaxhall Heath SSSI, Sandlings Forest SSSI, Tunstall Common SSSI; 2 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Suffolk Coast & Heaths; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Sandlings. 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 Tunstall

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Tunstall. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

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

The average decision time of 56 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Tunstall were full planning applications (4). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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