Search Woolpit Green planning applications

18 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Woolpit Green · updated daily · Babergh District Council

Only 8 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 18 · received or decided in the last 12 months

Woolpit Dog Park The Green Woolpit IP30 9RGAwaiting decisionApplication for Consent to Display Advertisements. Retention of erection of signs at site entrance x2 each sign measuring 2m x 1mReceived 27 Oct 2026DC/26/04623
Woolpit Dog Park Green Road Woolpit IP30 9RGAwaiting decisionPlanning Application. Retrospective change of use of land to dog walking fieldReceived 25 Sep 2026DC/26/04161
Woolpit Village Hall Mill Lane Woolpit Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP30 9QXAwaiting decisionPlanning application - Enhancements to front (south) elevation including addition of composite timber-effect cladding to porch, wider entrance door with vision panels for improved accessibility, a new first-floor fire escape door, and redecoration of external fire escape stair.Received 18 Sep 2026DC/26/04052
Woolpit Village Hall Mill Lane Woolpit Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP30 9QXAwaiting decisionApplication for Advertisement Consent - Installation of 2no. signs to the front (South) and rear (North) elevations. As per e Design and Access Statement /drawings.Received 18 Sep 2026DC/26/04051
2 Swan Yard Woolpit Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP30 9FWApprovedApplication for Listed Building Consent - Installation of a 10 panel solar PV system.Received 24 Aug 2026Decided 19 Oct 2026DC/26/03624

Planning in Woolpit Green

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

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

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Around Woolpit Green

Postcode districts

IP30 236 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Nearby towns and villages

Planning authority: Babergh District Council

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About Woolpit Green

Woolpit Green is a picturesque hamlet located in Suffolk, England, close to the village of Woolpit. This charming locale presents a unique backdrop for potential planning applications, blending rural character with accessibility to nearby amenities. It sits within the Woolpit district.

Property prices in Woolpit Green show an average sale price of £339,984, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Woolpit Green 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 Woolpit Green a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Woolpit Green 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 Woolpit Green, 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, 22 planning applications were submitted near Woolpit Green. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (5), discharge of conditions (4), listed building and heritage (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Woolpit Green?

In the last 24 months, 22 planning applications were submitted near Woolpit Green. The approval rate is 100%.

How long do planning decisions take near Woolpit Green?

The average planning decision time near Woolpit Green is 54 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 Woolpit Green?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Woolpit Green?

The most common type of planning application near Woolpit Green is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Woolpit Green?

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