Leiston Cemetery Westbrook Drive Leiston Suffolk IP16 4JE
Awaiting decision
DC/26/0519/RG3
Description
Extension to existing cemetery in Leiston - Change of use from open space into a 3.5m driveway to connect up existing internal and external level access points. Site to be used for burials and ash internments.
4.9/10
Planning Authority Score
#146 of 277
East Suffolk is slower than most councils at deciding householder applications, ranking #199 out of 277. Householder applications are slightly more likely to be approved here (95%) than the national average (90%).
East Suffolk decision performance
Based on MHCLG data, 2025
92%
Overall approval rate
Above avg (87%) #78 of 277
95%
Householder approved
Above avg (90%) #70 of 277
60%
Decided in 8 weeks
Below avg (71%) #199 of 277
43%
Extended time limit
Above avg (40%) #160 of 277
81%
Minor dwellings approved
211 decided (1-9 homes)
100%
Major dwellings approved
20 decided (10+ homes)
83%
Change of use approved
149 decided
1,992
Total decisions
156 refused in 2025