How long do planning decisions take near Workhouse Green?

The average planning decision time near Workhouse Green is 15 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 Workhouse Green?

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

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

The most common type of planning application near Workhouse Green is discharge of conditions, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Workhouse Green?

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Workhouse Green, Suffolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Workhouse Green, Suffolk.

Suffolk · England · settlement

Planning applications in Workhouse Green are administered by Babergh District Council. View the full Babergh District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Workhouse Green

Little Cornard is a quaint village and civil parish in Suffolk, England, situated approximately 0.5 miles from the larger Great Cornard, along the B1508 road connecting Sudbury and Colchester. Part of the Babergh district, it has a population of 305, which decreased to 286 by the 2011 Census. The parish encompasses the hamlet of Workhouse Green, making it a notable area for those interested in local planning applications and community development.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £383,000 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Babergh
Parliamentary constituency: South Suffolk
LSOA: Babergh 003A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Workhouse Green.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Workhouse 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 Workhouse Green based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Workhouse Green.

- Bartons Spout Lane Little Cornard Sudbury Suffolk CO10 0NX
Discharge of Conditions Application for DC/25/05334 - Condition 3 (Biodiversity Enhancement Layout)
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-03-25
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- Kingsbury House Upper Road Little Cornard Sudbury Suffolk CO10 0NZ
Application for Non-Material Amendment to DC/24/00556 - Omission of rear dormer to the roof and installation of two rooflights in its place
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-11-18
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- Sawyers Farm Slough Lane Bures St Mary Colchester Suffolk CO10 0NY
Discharge of Conditions Application for DC/24/00504 - (Allowed under Appeal Reference APP/D3505/W/24/3347272) - Condition 2 (Landscaping)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-04-27
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- Kingsbury House Upper Road Little Cornard Sudbury Suffolk CO10 0NZ
Householder Application - Erection of rear extension and front and rear dormer extensions including insertion of rooflight.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2024-02-05
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A brief summary of Workhouse Green in Suffolk

Property prices in Workhouse Green show an average sale price of £383,000, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Workhouse Green 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.

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Planning Activity in Workhouse Green

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Workhouse Green. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 15 days.

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

The average decision time of 15 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Workhouse Green were discharge of conditions (2), amendments (1).

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