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Planning in Walton

Approved
94%
15 of 16 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Walton in the last 24 months, from East Suffolk Council's planning register.

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About Walton

Walton is a settlement located in East Suffolk, England, now part of the parish of Felixstowe. Nestled between the rivers Orwell and Deben, this area offers a unique blend of coastal charm and potential for planning applications, making it an attractive spot for development and community projects. It sits within the Felixstowe district.

Property prices in Walton show an average sale price of £310,923, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Walton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Walton has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Walton planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Walton, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 71 planning applications were submitted near Walton. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (12), discharge of conditions (8), outline applications (7). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Walton?
In the last 24 months, 71 planning applications were submitted near Walton. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near Walton?
The average planning decision time near Walton is 59 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 Walton?
The planning approval rate near Walton is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Walton?
The most common type of planning application near Walton is full planning applications, with 12 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Walton?
You can search and track planning applications near Walton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.