How long do planning decisions take near Stanstead?

The average planning decision time near Stanstead is 36 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 Stanstead?

The planning approval rate near Stanstead is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Stanstead?

The most common type of planning application near Stanstead is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Stanstead?

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Stanstead, Suffolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Stanstead, Suffolk.

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About Stanstead

Stanstead is a quaint village and civil parish in Suffolk, England, known for its name meaning "Stony place" in Old English. Situated just off the B1066, it lies approximately 4 miles from Sudbury and is part of the Babergh district. The village is conveniently located about 2 kilometers from Glemsford, 12 miles from Hadleigh, and 4 miles from Lavenham, making it an attractive area for potential planning applications and developments.

Population: 362 (2021)

District: Babergh

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £383,000 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Babergh
Parliamentary constituency: South Suffolk
LSOA: Babergh 001C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Stanstead.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Stanstead based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Stanstead.

- The Green Stanstead Suffolk
Development by a Statutory undertaker - Erection of 3 No Poles (28 DAY RESPONSE)
Status: Permitted | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-02-05
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- Barnfield Upper Street Stanstead Sudbury Suffolk CO10 9AU
Discharge of Conditions Application for DC/25/02112 - Condition 2 (Fenestration - New Extension), 3 (Fenestration-Main Barn Conversion), 4 (Fenestration Joinery Finish - New Extension) and 5 (Fenestra
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-12-18
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- Barnfield Upper Street Stanstead Sudbury Suffolk CO10 9AU
Application for Listed Building Consent - Replacement of wattle and daub and daub plaster on timber lath in existing gable mezzanine.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-01-23
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A brief summary of Stanstead in Suffolk

Property prices in Stanstead show an average sale price of £383,000, 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 Stanstead a particularly low-crime area.

Stanstead has one conservation area within its boundaries: Glemsford. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Stanstead includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Kentwell Woods SSSI; 11 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Stanstead

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Stanstead. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 36 days.

This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Stanstead maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.

The average decision time of 36 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Stanstead were full planning applications (3), listed building and heritage (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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