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Planning in Willisham

Only 1 decision near Willisham in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Willisham in the last 24 months, from Babergh District Council's planning register.

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About Willisham

Willisham is a quaint village located on the outskirts of Ipswich, Suffolk, with a history dating back to the 11th century, when it was noted in the Domesday Book. The village, which had a strong agricultural base in the 18th century, has seen significant residential development in recent decades, including the construction of new homes at Fiske Pightle and North Acres in the 1960s, as well as additional houses on Tye Lane in 2000. As of the 2011 census, Willisham had a population of 362 residents, making it a small but growing community. The settlement has a population of approximately 259 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Mid Suffolk district.

Property prices in Willisham show an average sale price of £283,161, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Willisham 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 Willisham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Willisham has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Willisham 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 Willisham, 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, 4 planning applications were submitted near Willisham.

The most common types were outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Willisham?
In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Willisham.
What types of planning applications are most common near Willisham?
The most common type of planning application near Willisham is outline applications, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Willisham?
You can search and track planning applications near Willisham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.