Parish Council
The Neighbourhood Plan is a community-led vision for the future of our area. It will set out how we would like our parish to develop over the coming years, guiding decisions on new homes, local facilities, green spaces, and infrastructure.
Created by local residents, the Plan will reflect what matters most to our community, shaped through consultation and other evidence.
Once approved, the Neighbourhood Plan will become part of the statutory planning framework. This means it carries real weight in shaping future planning applications and helping us protect what we value while supporting appropriate, sustainable growth.
Onehouse will continue to be a thriving rural community, with each area of the parish retaining its own identity, remaining distinct from Stowmarket.
Any growth within the parish will be sympathetically designed and meet the needs of residents and businesses, supported by good facilities and infrastructure.
Safe walking and cycling routes will connect the countryside, the parish and the surrounding areas. Any development will be sustainable, with the natural environment protected and enhanced.
Onehouse will remain a flourishing community where people of all ages are able to live.

Thank you to everyone who took the time to attend the Neighbourhood Plan Launch Event on Saturday.
It was extremely encouraging to see so many residents drop in, share ideas, ask questions and take part in discussions about what matters most to our village, both now and in the years ahead. The comments, feedback and conversations gathered during the event will play an important role in shaping the next stages of the Onehouse Neighbourhood Plan.
The Parish Council would like to extend its sincere thanks to all those who contributed their time and thoughts. Your involvement reflects the strong sense of community in Onehouse and your commitment to helping guide the future of the village.
If you were unable to attend the launch event, there will be further opportunities to get involved as the draft Neighbourhood Plan is developed. Details of upcoming consultations and engagement activities will be shared on this website and through our usual communication channels.
Thank you again for your continued support and for helping make Onehouse such a positive and community‑minded place to live.
Onehouse residents are being invited to help shape the future of their parish by taking part in a survey as part of the Onehouse Neighbourhood Plan.
The online household survey, launched by Onehouse Parish Council, gives local people the opportunity to share their views on how the parish should grow and develop over the next 20 years. The Neighbourhood Plan will help guide future planning decisions and can include policies covering housing, land use, local facilities, green spaces, transport and the overall character of the village.
The survey follows a successful public drop-in consultation held earlier this year and marks the next stage in the neighbourhood planning process. Parish Councillors are encouraging every household in Onehouse to take part before the deadline of 31 July 2026.
Jo Copping, Chair of Onehouse Parish Council said: “This is an important opportunity for residents to have their say on the future of Onehouse. The Neighbourhood Plan is about making sure local views help shape future development and protect the things people value most about the parish. We’d encourage everyone to complete the survey and get involved.”
Residents can complete the survey online at: www.tinyurl.com/onehouseplan
Those who would prefer a paper copy of the survey, or who need help completing it, can contact Onehouse Parish Council on 07462 056833 or by email at clerk@onehouseparishcouncil.gov.uk.
Survey results will be shared on the Parish Council website later this summer.






Saturday 11th July 2026 2:00pm — 10:00pm
Join us for a traditional summer village fete, bringing the community together for an afternoon of fun, food and entertainment for all ages.Monday 13th July 2026 7:30pm — 9:30pm
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