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Planning in Wenhaston

Approved
100%
13 of 13 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Wenhaston

Wenhaston is a quaint village located within the civil parish of Wenhaston with Mells Hamlet in the East Suffolk district of northeastern Suffolk, England. Nestled south of the River Blyth, the village had an estimated population of 563 in 2018, making it a small but vibrant community that may be relevant for those exploring planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 563. It sits within the Wenhaston with Mells Hamlet district.

Property prices in Wenhaston show an average sale price of £319,040, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Wenhaston area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

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

The area around Wenhaston has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Wenhaston 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 Wenhaston, 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, 23 planning applications were submitted near Wenhaston. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (14), outline applications (2), amendments (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Wenhaston?
In the last 24 months, 23 planning applications were submitted near Wenhaston. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Wenhaston?
The average planning decision time near Wenhaston is 55 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 Wenhaston?
The planning approval rate near Wenhaston is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Wenhaston?
The most common type of planning application near Wenhaston is full planning applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Wenhaston?
You can search and track planning applications near Wenhaston on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.