Oakley, Suffolk Planning Applications

Oakley is a quaint village in the Mid Suffolk district, located just south of the River Waveney and approximately 3 miles northeast of Eye and southeast of Diss. It was historically a separate civil parish until its merger with Brome in 1982. With a small population of 204 recorded in 1961, Oakley offers a peaceful rural setting that may be of interest to those researching planning applications in this part of Suffolk. It sits within the Brome and Oakley district.

Property prices in Oakley show an average sale price of £280,620, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Oakley area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Oakley a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Oakley has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Oakley 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Oakley, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.