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Borley, Essex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Borley, Essex.

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

About Borley

Borley is a quaint village and civil parish located in rural north Essex, near the Suffolk border and the River Stour. Just 3 km southeast of Sudbury, which serves as its Post Town, Borley is surrounded by the parishes of Foxearth, Belchamp Walter, and Bulmer. As of the 2021 census, the village has a small population of 111, making it an intimate community for those considering planning applications in the area.

Population: 111 (2021)

District: Braintree

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £336,665 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

  • Admin district: Babergh
  • Parliamentary constituency: South Suffolk
  • LSOA: Babergh 003C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Borley.

Keyword Scorecard

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

  • 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 Borley based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

37 planning applications found near Borley.

  1. - 1 Red House The Green Borley Essex CO10 7AH
    Application for approval of details as reserved by conditions 4, 5, 6 & 7 of approved application 20/01056/FUL
    Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Braintree | Date: 2023-08-23
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  2. - Borley Lodge Cottage The Green Borley Essex CO10 7AF
    Single storey rear extension
    Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Braintree | Date: 2022-03-25
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  3. - The Old Coach House Hall Road Borley Essex CO10 7AE
    Erection of single-storey rear extension, single storey side and rear extension, porch to the rear elevation, new bay window to front elevation and new windows throughout.
    Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Braintree | Date: 2021-09-11
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  4. - Cherry Tree Barn Hall Road Borley Essex CO10 7FW
    Erection of 1 no. single-storey dwelling, ancillary cart-lodge utilising existing vehicular access and demolition of 3 no. existing barns
    Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Braintree | Date: 2021-05-01
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  5. - Cherry Tree Barn Hall Road Borley Essex CO10 7FW
    Erection of 1 no. single-storey dwelling, ancillary cart-lodge utilising existing vehicular access and demolition of 3 no. existing barns.
    Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Braintree | Date: 2020-11-06
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  6. - Borley Barns Hall Road Borley Essex CO10 7AE
    Prior approval for the change of use of agricultural building to a dwellinghouse (Class C3), and for associated operational development - Change of use to 1no. residential dwellings
    Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Braintree | Date: 2020-02-25
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  7. - Cherry Tree Barn Hall Road Borley Essex CO10 7FW
    Prior approval for the change of use of agricultural building to a dwellinghouse (Class C3), and for associated operational development - Change of use to 1no. residential dwellings
    Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Braintree | Date: 2020-02-24
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  8. - Rose Tree Cottage The Green Borley Essex CO10 7AF
    Replacement of reed thatch, removal of ground and first floor windows in SW gable end wall, installation of new dormer window in rear roof slope and installation of french windows in rear wall.
    Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Braintree | Date: 2017-02-09
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  9. - Rose Tree Cottage The Green Borley Essex CO10 7AF
    Replacement of reed thatch, removal of ground and first floor windows in SW gable end wall, installation of new dormer window in rear roof slope and installation of french windows in rear wall.
    Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Braintree | Date: 2017-02-09
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  10. - The Carriages The Green Borley Essex CO10 7AF
    Removal of internal wall in kitchen. Replace flooring in kitchen area with oak flooring. Remove bricks surrounding cooker and install and Aga range.
    Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Braintree | Date: 2014-05-07
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  11. - The Carriages The Green Borley Essex CO10 7AF
    Inject warmcel thermal insulation into the studwalls and sloping ceilings of the main lounge with new timber flooring with underfloor heating.
    Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Braintree | Date: 2013-12-13
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  12. - Rose Tree Cottage The Green Borley Essex CO10 7AF
    Application for a non-material amendment - 12/00828/FUL - Change the dormer roofline over the stable-door (rear-west view) from flat roof to hipped roof and to replace door (front-east view) with a wi
    Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Braintree | Date: 2013-08-01
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  13. - Rose Tree Cottage The Green Borley Essex CO10 7AF
    Application for approval of details reserved by condition no. 3, 4, 5 and 6 of approval 12/00828/FUL
    Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Braintree | Date: 2013-02-11
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  14. - Rose Tree Cottage The Green Borley Sudbury Essex CO10 7AF
    Alterations and extension to existing out-building to form ancillary accommodation for a dependant relative
    Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Braintree | Date: 2012-06-12
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  15. - Rose Tree Cottage The Green Borley Sudbury Essex CO10 7AF
    Application to discharge condition no. 4 relating to approved application 10/00314/LBC - Erection of single storey rear extension
    Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Braintree | Date: 2011-06-21
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  16. - Rose Tree Cottage The Green Borley Sudbury Essex CO10 7AF
    Application for approval of details reserved by condition no. 4 of approval 10/00314/LBC
    Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Braintree | Date: 2011-04-18
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  17. - Borley Place School Road Borley Sudbury Suffolk CO10 7AE
    Conversion of redundant barn and outbuildings to single dwelling and erection of rear extensions following demolition of modern barn
    Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Braintree | Date: 2011-03-23
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  18. - Borley Place School Road Borley Sudbury Suffolk CO10 7AE
    Conversion of redundant barn and outbuildings to single dwelling and erection of rear extensions following demolition of modern barn
    Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Braintree | Date: 2011-03-23
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  19. - Rose Tree Cottage The Green Borley Sudbury Essex CO10 7AF
    Installation of solar panel on the south west facing roof slope of an outbuilding
    Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Braintree | Date: 2011-03-16
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  20. - Rose Tree Cottage The Green Borley Sudbury Essex CO10 7AF
    Application for approval of details reserved by condition no. 3 of approval 10/00314/LBC
    Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Braintree | Date: 2010-07-29
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A brief summary of Borley in Essex

Borley is a quaint village and civil parish located in rural north Essex, near the Suffolk border and the River Stour. Just 3 km southeast of Sudbury, which serves as its Post Town, Borley is surrounded by the parishes of Foxearth, Belchamp Walter, and Bulmer. As of the 2021 census, the village has a small population of 111, making it an intimate community for those considering planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 111 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Braintree district.

Property prices in Borley show an average sale price of £336,665, 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 Borley a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Borley includes 2 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, Borley 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.

Nearby Towns

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