Woolpit Heath, Suffolk Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Woolpit Heath, Suffolk.
Suffolk · England · settlement
About Woolpit Heath
Woolpit Heath is a quaint hamlet located in Suffolk, England, adjacent to the village of Woolpit. This picturesque area offers a blend of rural charm and community spirit, making it a relevant consideration for those researching planning applications in the region.
District: Woolpit
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £338,147 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Mid Suffolk
- Parliamentary constituency: Bury St Edmunds and Stowmarket
- LSOA: Mid Suffolk 006C
Crime Statistics
6 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Crime Breakdown
- anti-social-behaviour: 2
- criminal-damage-arson: 1
- drugs: 1
- vehicle-crime: 1
- violent-crime: 1
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Woolpit Heath.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Woolpit Heath.
- 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 Woolpit Heath based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
8 planning applications found near Woolpit Heath.
- - Grassy Lane Farm Grassy Lane Woolpit Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP30 9YU
Discharge of Conditions Application for DC/24/01506 - Part discharge of Condition 11 (Contamination) parts 2 -5 only.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-04-10
View full details - - The Cottage Sharpes Row Woolpit IP30 9RJ
Householder Application. Conversion of stable block into annexe. (Already semi-converted).
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-03-16
View full details - - Grassy Lane Farm Grassy Lane Woolpit Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP30 9YU
Discharge of Conditions Application for DC/24/01506 - Conditions 7 (Sustainability Measures) and Part discharge for Condition 11 (Contamination) for part 1 only.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-02-18
View full details - - Land North Of Warren Lane Woolpit
Application for Outline Planning Permission. (Access to be considered all other matters reserved) Erection of up to 5no Self-build or Custom Build dwellings
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-10-17
View full details - - Land North West Side Of Warren Lane Woolpit Suffolk
Full Planning Application - Erection of self-build dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-04-17
View full details - - Spooners The Heath Woolpit Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP30 9RN
Outline Planning Application (Access to be considered, all other matters reserved) - Erection of 1no. self build single storey dwellinghouse (following demolition of existing buildings)
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2024-01-09
View full details - - Acorns The Heath Woolpit Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP30 9RN
Application for Outline Planning Permission Town and Country Planning Act 1990 (as amended) (Access Points to be considered, details of Appearance, Landscaping, Layout and Scale to be reserved) - Erec
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2023-09-20
View full details - - Spooners The Heath Woolpit Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP30 9RN
Application for Outline Planning Permission (Access points to be considered, Appearance, Layout, Landscaping and Scale to be reserved) Town and Country Planning Act 1990 (as amended) - Erection of 1No
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2023-07-18
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A brief summary of Woolpit Heath in Suffolk
Woolpit Heath is a quaint hamlet located in Suffolk, England, adjacent to the village of Woolpit. This picturesque area offers a blend of rural charm and community spirit, making it a relevant consideration for those researching planning applications in the region. It sits within the Woolpit district.
Property prices in Woolpit Heath show an average sale price of £338,147, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were 6 crimes reported in the Woolpit Heath area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.
Woolpit Heath has one conservation area within its boundaries: Woolpit. 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.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Woolpit Heath includes 6 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Woolpit Heath 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 Woolpit Heath
In the last 24 months, 18 planning applications were submitted near Woolpit Heath. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 83 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Woolpit Heath may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision period of 83 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Woolpit Heath were discharge of conditions (7), full planning applications (6), outline applications (3).
In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications, 15 smaller schemes were submitted.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.