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Planning in Stansfield

Only 1 decision near Stansfield in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Stansfield

Stansfield is a quaint village and civil parish located in the West Suffolk district of eastern England, approximately seven miles south-west of Bury St Edmunds. As of the 2011 census, the village had a population of 221 residents. Notable features include the All Saints Anglican church and a historic post-office. The village spans 1,989 acres and is primarily comprised of a small number of property owners, making it a unique area for potential planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 217 (2021 estimate). It sits within the St Edmundsbury district.

Property prices in Stansfield show an average sale price of £336,665, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Stansfield 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 Stansfield a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Stansfield has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Stansfield, 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, 3 planning applications were submitted near Stansfield.

The most common types were full planning applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Stansfield?
In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Stansfield.
What types of planning applications are most common near Stansfield?
The most common type of planning application near Stansfield is full planning applications, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Stansfield?
You can search and track planning applications near Stansfield on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.