Stoke-by-Nayland, Suffolk Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Stoke-by-Nayland, Suffolk.
Suffolk · England · settlement
Planning applications in Stoke-by-Nayland are administered by Babergh District Council. View the full Babergh District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Stoke-by-Nayland
Stoke-by-Nayland is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the Babergh district of Suffolk, near the Essex border. It encompasses the village of Withermarsh Green and the hamlets of Thorington Street and Scotland Street, featuring charming cottages and timber-framed houses around a central recreation field. Historically believed to have been the site of a monastery, the parish had a population of 682 according to the 2011 Census, making it a quaint community for those researching planning applications in the area.
Population: 690 (2021)
District: Babergh
Website: http://stokebynayland.onesuffolk.net/
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Area Information
- Admin district: Babergh
- Parliamentary constituency: South Suffolk
- LSOA: Babergh 009D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Stoke-by-Nayland.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Stoke-by-Nayland.
- 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 Stoke-by-Nayland based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
391 planning applications found near Stoke-by-Nayland.
- - 2 Church Cottages Church Street Stoke By Nayland Suffolk
Application for Listed Building Consent - Replace bay window
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-05-29
View full details - - 1 Church Cottages Church Street Stoke By Nayland Colchester Suffolk CO6 4QP
Discharge of Conditions Application for DC/26/01308 - Conditions 3 (Bay Window Materials) and 4 (Chimney Materials)
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-05-27
View full details - - Cross Keys School Street Stoke By Nayland Colchester Suffolk CO6 4QU
Notification of Works to Trees in a Conservation Area - Reduce 1 No. Cherry (T1) by 2m, Reduce 1 No. Cherry (T2) by 2m and removal of one limb
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-05-19
View full details - - 1 Church Cottages Church Street Stoke By Nayland Colchester Suffolk CO6 4QP
Householder Application - Repair, rebuild and re point existing chimney to rear gable. Replace bay window to front and install oil tank and boiler.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-03-25
View full details - - 1 Church Cottages Church Street Stoke By Nayland Colchester Suffolk CO6 4QP
Application for Listed Building Consent - Repair, rebuild and re point existing chimney to rear gable. Replace bay windows to front and install oil tank and boiler.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-03-25
View full details - - 1 The Downs Stoke By Nayland Colchester Suffolk CO6 4QR
Discharge of Conditions Application for DC/24/02368 - Condition 6 (Hard Surfacing) and 7 (External Landscaping/Hard Surfacing)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-03-04
View full details - - Downs Cottages Church Street Stoke By Nayland Suffolk
Full Planning Application - Installation of 4No. Air-to-Air Heat Pump AC units (1No. to each house at 1-4 The Downs).
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-02-04
View full details - - 1-4 The Downs Stoke By Nayland Colchester Suffolk CO6 4QR
Discharge of Conditions Application for DC/24/02368 - Condition 3 (Fenestration Detail)., 4 (Rainwater Goods), 5 (Facing and Roofing Materials), 8 (Eaves and Verges) and 9 (Ventilation Specifications)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-02-03
View full details - - St Hughs School Street Stoke By Nayland Colchester Suffolk CO6 4QT
Discharge of Conditions Application for DC/25/01166 - Condition 8 (Eaves and Verges)
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-01-19
View full details - - Bedford House Blundens Corner Stoke By Nayland Colchester Suffolk CO6 4RA
Notification of works to trees in a Conservation Area - Fell Eucalyptus to increase light to front of house Reduce multi stem maple by 2 meters Fell plum in back garden as poor specimen
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-01-13
View full details - - St Hughs School Street Stoke By Nayland Colchester Suffolk CO6 4QT
Discharge of Conditions Application for DC/25/01166 - Condition 4 (Brickwork Repairs), Condition 9 (Brick Plinth)
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-11-06
View full details - - 1 Church Cottages Church Street Stoke By Nayland Colchester Suffolk CO6 4QP
Application for Listed Building Consent - Rebuild, repair and re-point existing chimney to rear.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Heritage | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-09-09
View full details - - Tinkers Park Street Stoke By Nayland Colchester Suffolk CO6 4SE
Discharge of Conditions Application for DC/25/02250 - Conditions 3 (Wall Cladding Material), 4 (Roof Cladding Materials), 5 (Fenestration), 6 (Rainwater Goods), 7 (Eaves and Verges), 8 (Internal Doors
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-08-15
View full details - - The Old Vicarage Church Street Stoke By Nayland Colchester Suffolk CO6 4QL
Discharge of Conditions Application for DC/23/00425 - Condition 3 (Timber Frame Works)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-08-07
View full details - - Oak Bough Cottage Polstead Street Stoke By Nayland CO6 4SA
Application for Listed Building Consent. Removal of plaster/ repair of lathes on front elevation. Replace with traditional lime plaster. Repair to sole plate on north east end with both brick and oak
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-08-04
View full details - - Grimseys Park Street Stoke By Nayland Colchester Suffolk CO6 4SE
Discharge of Conditions Application for DC/25/00588 - Condition 3 (Chimney) and 4 (Replacement Tiles)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-07-10
View full details - - Grimseys Park Street Stoke By Nayland Colchester Suffolk CO6 4SE
Discharge of Conditions Application for DC/25/00586 - Condition 4 (Precautionary Method Statement for Great Crested Newt)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-06-24
View full details - - St Hughs School Street Stoke By Nayland Colchester Suffolk CO6 4QT
Discharge of Conditions Application for DC/25/01166 - Condition 3 (Timber Frame Works, Condition 4 (Brickwork Repairs), Condition 5 (Agreement of Timber Treatment), Condition 6 (Agreement of Timber an
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-05-15
View full details - - Tinkers Park Street Stoke By Nayland Colchester Suffolk CO6 4SE
Application for Listed Building Consent - Erection of a Shed and summer house to rear garden, proposed WC to ground floor, reinstatement of partition wall between kitchen and living area and relocatio
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-05-15
View full details - - Tinkers Park Street Stoke By Nayland Colchester Suffolk CO6 4SE
Householder Application - Erection of a Shed and summer house to rear garden, proposed WC to ground floor, reinstatement of partition wall between kitchen and living area and relocation of kitchen to
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-05-15
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A brief summary of Stoke-by-Nayland in Suffolk
Stoke-by-Nayland is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the Babergh district of Suffolk, near the Essex border. It encompasses the village of Withermarsh Green and the hamlets of Thorington Street and Scotland Street, featuring charming cottages and timber-framed houses around a central recreation field. Historically believed to have been the site of a monastery, the parish had a population of 682 according to the 2011 Census, making it a quaint community for those researching planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 690 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Babergh district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Stoke-by-Nayland a particularly low-crime area.
Stoke-by-Nayland has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Stoke by Nayland, Nayland, Polstead. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Stoke-by-Nayland includes 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Dedham Vale. 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, Stoke-by-Nayland planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://stokebynayland.onesuffolk.net/. 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.
Planning Activity in Stoke-by-Nayland
In the last 24 months, 53 planning applications were submitted near Stoke-by-Nayland. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.
This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Stoke-by-Nayland maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.
The average decision time of 50 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Stoke-by-Nayland were full planning applications (17), listed building and heritage (13), discharge of conditions (12). Full planning applications account for 32% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 6 medium-scale applications, 47 smaller schemes were submitted. The absence of major applications suggests the area is primarily characterised by smaller-scale improvements and extensions rather than large new developments.
1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 0 were dismissed.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 40 applications
- Refused: 2 applications
- Withdrawn: 4 applications
- Awaiting decision: 7 applications
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- Scotland Street planning applications
- Mill Street planning applications
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- Cock Street planning applications
- Nayland planning applications
- Polstead planning applications
- Leavenheath planning applications
- Thorington Street planning applications
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