Stoke Holy Cross, Norfolk Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Stoke Holy Cross, Norfolk.
Norfolk · England · settlement
About Stoke Holy Cross
Stoke Holy Cross is a village located in South Norfolk, situated about 4 miles (6.4 km) south of Norwich. This charming community offers a blend of rural character and proximity to the city, making it an area of interest for planning applications related to residential and commercial development.
Population: 1,922 (2021) · Area: 9.3 km²
District: South Norfolk
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £289,990 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: South Norfolk
- Parliamentary constituency: South Norfolk
- LSOA: South Norfolk 006B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Stoke Holy Cross.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Stoke Holy Cross.
- 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 Holy Cross based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
5 planning applications found near Stoke Holy Cross.
- - Land South Of 59 Norwich Road Stoke Holy Cross Norfolk
New Dwelling
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2026-01-27
View full details - - 59 Norwich Road Stoke Holy Cross Norfolk NR14 8LP
Rear extension and facade modifications.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2026-01-26
View full details - - 73 Norwich Road Stoke Holy Cross Norfolk NR14 8NX
Demolition of existing conservatory with replacement single storey extension, dormer loft conversion, front porch, replacement windows and doors and associated external works.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2026-01-18
View full details - - 28 Norwich Road Stoke Holy Cross Norfolk NR14 8AB
7 x Sycamore saplings - Fell Oak - Remove overhanging limb
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2024-01-31
View full details - - 54 Norwich Road Stoke Holy Cross Norfolk NR14 8LP
Construction of new porch
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2023-03-29
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A brief summary of Stoke Holy Cross in Norfolk
Stoke Holy Cross is a village located in South Norfolk, situated about 4 miles (6.4 km) south of Norwich. This charming community offers a blend of rural character and proximity to the city, making it an area of interest for planning applications related to residential and commercial development. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,922 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Norfolk district.
Stoke Holy Cross covers an area of approximately 9.3 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.
Property prices in Stoke Holy Cross show an average sale price of £289,990, 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 Stoke Holy Cross a particularly low-crime area.
Stoke Holy Cross has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Stoke Holy Cross, Shotesham. 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 Holy Cross includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Shotesham Common SSSI. 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 Holy Cross 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.
Planning Activity in Stoke Holy Cross
In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Stoke Holy Cross. The average decision time was 38 days.
The average decision time of 38 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 Holy Cross were full planning applications (3), outline applications (1), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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Related Planning Guides
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