How long do planning decisions take near Wootten Green?

The average planning decision time near Wootten Green is 63 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 Wootten Green?

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

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

The most common type of planning application near Wootten Green is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Wootten Green?

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Wootten Green, Suffolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Wootten Green, Suffolk.

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About Wootten Green

Wootten Green is a quaint village and civil parish situated in the Mid Suffolk district of Suffolk, approximately 9 miles (14 km) southeast of Diss and just 1.25 miles (2 km) south of Stradbroke, along the B1118. With a population of 231 residents as per the 2001 census, the village offers essential amenities, including a primary school and a village hall, making it a potential area of interest for planning applications and community development.

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Area Information

Admin district: South Norfolk
Parliamentary constituency: Waveney Valley
LSOA: South Norfolk 014D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Wootten Green.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Wootten Green based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Wootten Green.

- High House Wilby Road Stradbroke Eye Suffolk IP21 5JP
Application for Listed Building Consent - Repair or replace roof tiles woodwork and chimneys
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-12-10
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A brief summary of Wootten Green in Suffolk

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Wootten Green a particularly low-crime area.

Wootten Green has one conservation area within its boundaries: Stradbroke. 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.

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Planning Activity in Wootten Green

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Wootten Green. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 63 days.

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

At 63 days on average, decisions near Wootten Green slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Wootten Green were full planning applications (2), listed building and heritage (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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