43 homes could be built in Bunters Road in Wickhambrook
Denbury Homes has submitted proposals to West Suffolk Council to develop on a 2.7-hectare site in Bunters Road, Wickhambrook. A total of 43 properties could be built, while outline permission is also being sought for two commercial units. There would be a range of two, three, four and five-bedroom homes if the scheme is given […]
Councillor Voices Frustration Over Short Notice for Decision on 1,000-Home Mildenhall Scheme
A West Suffolk councillor has expressed deep frustration after receiving only a few days’ notice ahead of a key decision on a major 1,000-home development planned for Mildenhall. Suffolk County Council is proposing up to 1,000 new homes along the town’s western edge, off West Row Road. Around 400 of these would be affordable. The […]
Thirteen new sustainable homes will be built in Rougham after plans were given the green light
Families seeking new homes near Bury St Edmunds due to work opportunities will be interested in a new housing development in Rougham, offering an ideal mix of modern amenities, sustainability, and community-focused design. Plans for thirteen homes in Kingshall Street, Rougham, have been approved by West Suffolk Council, signaling a new opportunity for families to […]
Simplifying Bury St Edmunds Property Values
Marham Park Bury St Edmunds shop update as deal falls through
Work on a long-awaited shop on a Bury St Edmunds estate could begin as early as next year as the owner has now revealed a previous deal has fallen through. FPC (Marham Park) Ltd said it has been “trying to negotiate a deal” with a stakeholder for the building of a new convenience store off Crosses Link […]
What does the Budget mean for the Housing Market in Bury St Edmunds?
As we assess the latest UK Budget’s implications for the housing market, the biggest impact may arise from changes planned in prior Budgets rather than any new announcements. While recent measures have focused on adding a 2% surcharge for additional property purchases—significant for landlords and those with multiple properties—the broader market will also experience increases […]
Councils Raise Alarm as Suffolk’s Housing Targets Skyrocket
Local councils in Suffolk are sounding the alarm over the government’s decision to more than double housing targets, a move that is stirring deep concerns about the future of the county’s natural landscapes. Despite accusations of being “Nimbys” (not in my backyard), council leaders stress their worries aren’t about resisting change but about safeguarding the […]
Reimagining Goodfellows: A Sustainable Past Meets a Vision for the Future in Bury St Edmunds
The Goodfellows site in Bury St Edmunds has been a symbol of both sustainable innovation and unfortunate challenges. Originally constructed in 2008 by Havebury Housing, the timber-framed block of 12 eco-friendly flats received much praise, even winning the prestigious RIBA East Sustainability Award and the Suffolk Association of Architects Design Award in 2009. Despite its […]
New David Lloyd Bury St Edmunds Marham Park to open December 2024
A long-awaited health and fitness club will open its doors this December, it has been revealed. David Lloyd Clubs has announced its new Bury St Edmunds facility on the Marham Park estate will be opening to the public in less than four months’ time. Kristen Westwood, new general manager at David Lloyd Bury St Edmunds, said: […]
Concerns Mount as 14 More Development Sites Proposed Near Bury St Edmunds
Fresh concerns have emerged in Thurston, near Bury St Edmunds, after 14 additional sites were proposed for potential development. These locations were submitted by landowners to Mid Suffolk District Council during a recent ‘call for sites’ as part of the council’s efforts to shape future development in the area. This initiative is part of phase […]