Stoke Holy Cross, Norfolk Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Stoke Holy Cross, Norfolk.
Norfolk · England · settlement
Planning applications in Stoke Holy Cross are administered by South Norfolk District Council. View the full South Norfolk District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
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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Area Information
- Admin district: South Norfolk
- Parliamentary constituency: South Norfolk
- LSOA: South Norfolk 008E
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
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
231 planning applications found near Stoke Holy Cross.
- - 12 Norwich Road Stoke Holy Cross Norfolk NR14 8AB
Conversion of existing internal garage to a kitchen, replace existing garage door with an aluminium patio door, and adding new oak framed window.
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2026-02-25
View full details - - 12 Norwich Road Stoke Holy Cross Norfolk NR14 8AB
Conversion of existing internal garage to a kitchen, replace existing garage door with an aluminium patio door, and adding new oak framed window.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2026-02-25
View full details - - 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 - - 3 Long Lane Stoke Holy Cross Norfolk NR14 8LY
First floor front/side extension and front porch.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2025-10-02
View full details - - The Tower House 14 Norwich Road Stoke Holy Cross Norfolk NR14 8AB
T1 Hawthorn - Fell under an exception of the TPO restrictions for dangerous trees
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2025-05-30
View full details - - Riverbank Mill Close Mill Road Stoke Holy Cross Norfolk NR14 8PD
Single storey side and rear extension with front infill. New carport.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2025-05-19
View full details - - Old Mill Restaurant Mill Road Stoke Holy Cross Norfolk NR14 8PA
Extension to existing extractor duct and retention of access bridge, veranda/smoking area and terrace/decking seating area
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2025-03-14
View full details - - 97 Norwich Road Stoke Holy Cross Norfolk NR14 8NZ
Replace conservatory roof with a Guardian lightweight warm roof and add piers to corners with external cladding, clad the back wall of the property with the same cladding
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2025-02-18
View full details - - 38 Norwich Road Stoke Holy Cross Norfolk NR14 8AB
Single storey front extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2024-10-22
View full details - - Dalriada Mill Road Stoke Holy Cross Norfolk NR14 8PA
Single storey porch extension to previously converted annexe
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2024-10-21
View full details - - Old Mill Restaurant Mill Road Stoke Holy Cross Norfolk NR14 8PA
Extension to existing extractor duct and retention of access bridge, veranda/smoking area and terrace/decking seating area
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2024-10-03
View full details - - 32 Norwich Road Stoke Holy Cross Norfolk NR14 8AB
G1 group of beech trees - crown lift to 6m to allow more light
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2024-09-10
View full details - - 2 Mill Green Stoke Holy Cross Norfolk NR14 8PB
Non material amendment of 2022/1125 - Change external wall from brick to block and K-Rend
Status: Conditions | Type: Amendment | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2024-02-15
View full details - - 12 Colman Avenue Stoke Holy Cross Norfolk NR14 8NA
Demolition of single storey extension and erection of 2 storey side extension with pitched roof
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2024-02-02
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 - - The Pavilion Long Lane Stoke Holy Cross Norfolk
Installation of temporary modular building in the existing village hall car park for a temporary period to accommodate nursery and village hall activities during the period of demolition and construct
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2023-10-26
View full details - - Stoke Holy Cross Fish And Chips Mill Road Stoke Holy Cross Norfolk NR14 8PA
New Kitchen Canopy Installation & ducting at rear to facilitate chinese takeaway operation
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2023-09-29
View full details - - 65 Norwich Road Stoke Holy Cross Norfolk NR14 8NX
Proposed loft conversion with dormer windows and roof window to front elevation
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2023-09-27
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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.
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.
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Planning Activity in Stoke Holy Cross
In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Stoke Holy Cross. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 days.
This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Stoke Holy Cross.
The average decision time of 49 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 (13), tree works (3), listed building and heritage (2). Full planning applications account for 68% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
6 planning appeals were lodged, of which 4 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (67% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.
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