How long do planning decisions take near Upper Holton?

The average planning decision time near Upper Holton is 52 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 Upper Holton?

The planning approval rate near Upper Holton is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Upper Holton?

The most common type of planning application near Upper Holton is tree works applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Upper Holton?

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Upper Holton, Suffolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Upper Holton, Suffolk.

Suffolk · England · settlement

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £353,990 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: East Suffolk
Parliamentary constituency: Suffolk Coastal
LSOA: East Suffolk 016A

Crime Statistics

9 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 4
anti-social-behaviour: 2
burglary: 1
other-theft: 1
possession-of-weapons: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Upper Holton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Upper Holton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Upper Holton.

- East Lodge Beccles Road Holton Halesworth Suffolk IP19 8NQ
To demolish existing former pig shed and build a new timber-framed annexe.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2025-12-01
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A brief summary of Upper Holton in Suffolk

Upper Holton is a settlement located in Suffolk, England.

Property prices in Upper Holton show an average sale price of £353,990, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were 9 crimes reported in the Upper Holton area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.

Upper Holton has one conservation area within its boundaries: Holton. 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 Upper Holton includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Holton Pit SSSI. 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 Upper Holton

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Upper Holton. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 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 Upper Holton.

The average decision time of 52 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Upper Holton were tree works (3), full planning applications (2), outline applications (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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