Stonham Aspal, Suffolk Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Stonham Aspal, Suffolk.
Suffolk · England · settlement
About Stonham Aspal
Stonham Aspal is a charming village and civil parish located in the Mid Suffolk district of Suffolk, approximately five miles east of Stowmarket. With a population of 601 as of the 2011 census, the village is surrounded by picturesque farmland and features a primary school, making it an appealing location for families. The A1120 main road traverses the area, providing vital connectivity to surrounding villages such as Mickfield, Little Stonham, and Pettaugh, which may be relevant for those considering planning applications in the region.
Population: 588 (2021)
District: Mid Suffolk
Website: http://www.stonhamaspal.co.uk/
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Area Information
- Admin district: Mid Suffolk
- Parliamentary constituency: Bury St Edmunds and Stowmarket
- LSOA: Mid Suffolk 009A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Stonham Aspal.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Stonham Aspal.
- 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 Stonham Aspal based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
10 planning applications found near Stonham Aspal.
- - Land South Of The Street Stonham Aspal Suffolk
Discharge of Conditions Application for DC/19/02299 - Condition 10 (Submission of Archaeological Findings)
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-04-07
View full details - - 3 Walnut Tree Meadow Stonham Aspal Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 6DF
Householder Application - Removal of Existing External Glazing and Replace with Insulated Timber Frame and External Cladding.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-03-11
View full details - - 10 Stowmarket Road Stonham Aspal Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 6AB
Householder Application - Proposed single-storey front extension incorporating a covered porch area.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-03-10
View full details - - The Old Pump House The Street Stonham Aspal Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 6AG
Householder Application - Erection of a single storey detached workshop
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-02-16
View full details - - Symonds The Street Stonham Aspal Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 6AG
Discharge of Conditions Application for DC/24/04250 - Condition 4 (Roof Covering Materials)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2026-01-23
View full details - - Symonds The Street Stonham Aspal Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 6AG
Discharge of Conditions Application for DC/24/04250 - Conditions 3 (Fenestration) and 4 (Roof Covering Materials)
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-09-17
View full details - - Symonds The Street Stonham Aspal Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 6AG
Discharge of Conditions Appliation for DC/24/04249 - Condition 3 (Staircase and Fenestration) and 5 (Biodiversity Enhancement Measures)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2025-09-17
View full details - - The Ten Bells The Street Stonham Aspal Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 6AF
Application for Listed Building Consent - Internal alterations to create separation from pub/shop and residential areas: external door alterations including alterations to access ramp and illuminated
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2024-10-04
View full details - - 8 Wingfield Meadows Stonham Aspal Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 6DG
Householder Application - Installation of Air Source Heat Pump.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2024-08-09
View full details - - Land South Of The Street Stonham Aspal Suffolk
Discharge of Conditions Application for DC/19/02299 - Condition 20 - (Public Right of Way Diversion). Condition 22 (Vehicle Plan), Condition 25 (Landscaping Details), Condition 27 (Construction Enviro
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Babergh Mid Suffolk | Date: 2023-09-05
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A brief summary of Stonham Aspal in Suffolk
Stonham Aspal is a charming village and civil parish located in the Mid Suffolk district of Suffolk, approximately five miles east of Stowmarket. With a population of 601 as of the 2011 census, the village is surrounded by picturesque farmland and features a primary school, making it an appealing location for families. The A1120 main road traverses the area, providing vital connectivity to surrounding villages such as Mickfield, Little Stonham, and Pettaugh, which may be relevant for those considering planning applications in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 588 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Mid Suffolk district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Stonham Aspal a particularly low-crime area.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Stonham Aspal planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.stonhamaspal.co.uk/. 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 Stonham Aspal
In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Stonham Aspal. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 64 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Stonham Aspal may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
At 64 days on average, decisions near Stonham Aspal slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Stonham Aspal were full planning applications (4), discharge of conditions (4), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 40% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 9 smaller schemes were submitted.
1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.
Nearby Towns
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- Mill Green planning applications
- Mickfield planning applications
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- Little Stonham planning applications
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- Creeting Bottoms planning applications
- Pettaugh planning applications
Related Planning Guides
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- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.