Search Polstead planning applications

18 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Polstead · updated daily · Babergh District Council

Only 6 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 18 · received or decided in the last 12 months

Tinkers Cottage Polstead Hill Polstead Colchester Suffolk CO6 5AHAwaiting decisionApplication for works to trees in a Conservation Area - T1 Beech Tree (Fagus sylvatica) Reduce the crown back to previous pruning points, retaining suitable growth points and maintaining a balanced, natural crown shape, removing 1 - 2 meters T2 Silver Birch (Betula pendula) Condition: Cavity present at the base of the main stem Fell the tree to ground levelReceived 14 Oct 2026DC/26/04450
Corders House Polstead Hill Polstead Colchester Suffolk CO6 5AHApprovedDischarge of Conditions Application for DC/26/01850 - Conditions 3 (Timber Frame) and 5 (Historic Infill and Timber Laths)Received 30 Sep 2026Decided 9 Oct 2026DC/26/04248
Tinkers Cottage Polstead Hill Polstead Colchester Suffolk CO6 5AHAwaiting decisionLLBCO Pre-Start Notification- Class BReceived 28 Sep 2026DC/26/04216
Cobblers Polstead Hill Polstead Colchester Suffolk CO6 5AHApprovedNotification of works to Trees in a Conservation Area - Fell 1 No. Red Cedar Tree and StumpReceived 14 Aug 2026Decided 11 Sep 2026DC/26/03503
Corders House Polstead Hill Polstead Colchester Suffolk CO6 5AHApprovedApplication for Listed Building Consent - Replacement of First Floor Rear WindowReceived 11 Aug 2026Decided 13 Oct 2026DC/26/03428

Planning in Polstead

Approved: 100%; 31 of 31 decided
Decision time: about 5 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Polstead in the last 24 months, from Babergh District Council's planning register.

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Around Polstead

Postcode districts

CO6 223 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: Babergh District Council

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About Polstead

Polstead is a charming village and civil parish located in the Babergh district of Suffolk, England. Nestled on a tributary stream of the River Stour, it is approximately 3 miles northeast of Nayland, 5 miles southwest of Hadleigh, and 9 miles north of Colchester. As of the 2011 census, Polstead had a population of 851, making it a quaint community that may be of interest for local planning applications and development projects. The settlement has a population of approximately 861 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Babergh district.

Property prices in Polstead show an average sale price of £317,574, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Polstead 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 Polstead a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Polstead has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Polstead 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://polstead.onesuffolk.net/about-polstead/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Polstead, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 36 planning applications were submitted near Polstead. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 37 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (11), tree works (9), listed building and heritage (5).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Polstead?

In the last 24 months, 36 planning applications were submitted near Polstead. The approval rate is 100%.

How long do planning decisions take near Polstead?

The average planning decision time near Polstead is 37 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 Polstead?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Polstead?

The most common type of planning application near Polstead is discharge of conditions, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Polstead?

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