How long do planning decisions take near Walpole?

The average planning decision time near Walpole is 15 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 Walpole?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Walpole?

The most common type of planning application near Walpole is outline applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Walpole?

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Walpole, Suffolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Walpole, Suffolk.

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About Walpole

Walpole is a quaint village and civil parish located in the East Suffolk district of England, nestled along the River Blyth. With a population of 238 as recorded in the 2011 census, the village features a parish church and a former chapel, though its primary school has closed. Proximity to Halesworth and Cookley makes Walpole a significant point for potential planning applications within the region.

Population: 264 (2021)

District: Suffolk Coastal

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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: Waveney Valley
LSOA: East Suffolk 015C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Walpole based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Walpole.

- Land At Old Hall Farm Walpole Old Hall The Clink Walpole Suffolk
Consultation - Eastern Power Networks are proposing to install a third wire to an existing high voltage line in our network, alongside the installation of a 200kVA pole mounted transformer which will
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: East Suffolk | Date: 2026-03-10
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A brief summary of Walpole in Suffolk

Property prices in Walpole show an average sale price of £353,990, 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 Walpole a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Walpole

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Walpole. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 15 days.

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

The average decision time of 15 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Walpole were outline applications (1).

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