How long do planning decisions take near Whitton?

The average planning decision time near Whitton is 35 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 Whitton?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Whitton?

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

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Whitton, Suffolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Whitton, Suffolk.

Suffolk · England · settlement

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District: Ipswich

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Area Information

Admin district: Ipswich
Parliamentary constituency: Central Suffolk and North Ipswich
LSOA: Ipswich 001D

Crime Statistics

146 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 55
shoplifting: 38
burglary: 9
anti-social-behaviour: 7
other-theft: 7
vehicle-crime: 7
other-crime: 7
public-order: 6
criminal-damage-arson: 5
drugs: 3
robbery: 2

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Whitton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

8 planning applications found near Whitton.

- 74 Whitton Church Lane Ipswich Suffolk IP1 6LW
Certificate of lawful development of an incidental outbuilding in the rear garden.
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Ipswich | Date: 2026-02-25
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- The Maypole Inn 759 Old Norwich Road Ipswich Suffolk IP1 6LE
Works to tree protected by TPO 2 of 2025: Raise crown of Giant Redwood to 2.5m.
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Ipswich | Date: 2026-02-13
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- 795 Old Norwich Road Ipswich Suffolk IP1 6LH
Works to trees: T1-T5 (5 no. Limes) - Repollard to previous points around 3.5m above ground level.
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Ipswich | Date: 2026-02-13
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- 86 Thackeray Road Ipswich Suffolk IP1 6JB
Non-material amendment to planning permission 25/00637/FUL (Erection of single-storey and two-storey rear extension.) including the addition of rooflight to single-storey roof.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Ipswich | Date: 2026-01-12
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- 813 Old Norwich Road Ipswich Suffolk IP1 6LH
Works to trees: T1 - Crown reduction of Walnut by approx. 2.5-3m back to previous points. T2 - Removal of Cherry to near ground level and grind out stump due to prolific surface roots causing nuisance
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Ipswich | Date: 2025-10-29
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- 39 Swinburne Road Ipswich Suffolk IP1 6EZ
Erection of single-storey extension and ramp from pavement to porch.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Ipswich | Date: 2025-10-15
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- Amenity Land Malkin Close Ipswich Suffolk
Works to trees protected by TPO 6 of 2008: cut back branches of Holm Oak (T1) overhanging parking bay by 1.5m, and remove dead Pine (T2).
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Ipswich | Date: 2024-07-31
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- 714 Old Norwich Road Ipswich Suffolk IP1 6LB
Replacement of 4no. timber framed casement windows with 2no. timber framed sash windows on the front elevation and 2no. timber framed casement windows on the rear elevation.
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Ipswich | Date: 2024-03-22
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A brief summary of Whitton in Suffolk

Whitton is a settlement located in Suffolk, England. It sits within the Ipswich district.

The Whitton area recorded 146 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

Whitton has one conservation area within its boundaries: Whitton. 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.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Whitton 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.

Planning Activity in Whitton

In the last 24 months, 16 planning applications were submitted near Whitton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 35 days.

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

The average decision time of 35 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Whitton were tree works (4), discharge of conditions (4), full planning applications (3). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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