Oak Hill Road, Stapleford Abbotts, RM4
- Land size
- 8.58 acres
Key Features
- Rare Freehold Opportunity
- Extending To Circa 8.58 acres
- Prior Approval Granted Via Class Q For Conversion Of Existing Barns
- Existing Buildings Include Barns, Cottage & Stables
- Gated Access Off Oak Hill Road
- Located In Stapleford Abbotts, Essex
- Further Development Potential Subject To Planning Permission
- Accompanied Viewings Only
Description
The land benefits from prior approval granted via Class Q for the conversion of existing barns, providing an excellent foundation for those seeking to create a bespoke commercial or mixed-use scheme (subject to further planning permissions where required).
The site currently comprises a collection of versatile outbuildings, including traditional barns, a cottage, and stables, all of which are accessed via secure gated entry directly from Oak Hill Road. This established access point ensures both privacy and convenience for future occupants or commercial operations. The arrangement and scale of the existing structures present a variety of options for creative redevelopment or adaption, making the property suitable for a wide range of commercial uses.
The location in Stapleford Abbotts is highly desirable, offering a blend of rural charm and excellent connectivity to nearby towns and transport links. The existing prior approval under Class Q allows for immediate progression with conversion works, while the considerable land area provides further development potential, subject to the necessary planning consents. This is a unique proposition for investors, developers, or businesses seeking a substantial and flexible site in a prime Essex setting.
Accompanied viewings are available strictly by appointment, ensuring the privacy and security of the property at all times. For those looking to acquire a significant freehold landholding with existing planning advantages and future possibilities, this opportunity represents a compelling investment in a well-regarded and accessible location.
Please note: Drainage/Sewerage is via septic tank, not mains.
Disclaimer
Sales:
The information provided does not form part of any offer or contract and should not be relied upon as statements of fact. Buyers must satisfy themselves as to accuracy, and solicitors should verify tenure, fixtures and fittings, and any planning or building regulation approvals. Measurements and floor plans are approximate and for guidance only. Appliances/services are not tested. Council tax should be independently verified. A £1,000 reservation fee may apply, subject to terms.
Lettings:
The information provided does not form part of any offer or contract and should not be relied upon as statements of fact. Applicants should verify all information provided. Measurements and floor plans are approximate and for guidance only. Referencing checks apply, together with a holding deposit of one week’s rent and a tenancy deposit of up to five weeks’ rent. Council tax should be verified before entering a tenancy agreement.
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Property details
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Council Tax Band
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- Date Posted
- 2026-06-10
Market Value Analysis
Compared with 6 Conversion Land listings in East Anglia (1+ acres).
Utilities & Restrictions
Utilities
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- Water
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- Heating
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Rights & Restrictions
- Public Rights of Way
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- Listed Property
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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.
Property Features
- Accessibility
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- Parking
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- Garden
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Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.
Connectivity
Broadband
Fastest speed available at this postcode
1.8 Gbps
Gigabit full fibre
Suitable for
- 4K streaming on every screen
- Full-time home working
- Online gaming & big downloads
Mobile signal
Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.
Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.
Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.
Nearest Schools
Primary
- Stapleford Abbotts Primary Academy0.8 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 2 to 11
- Pupils
- 135
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Dame Tipping Church of England Primary School0.9 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 94
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Church of England
- Oasis Academy Pinewood1.6 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 338
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Clockhouse Primary School2.1 milesOfsted: Outstanding
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 705
- Type
- Community school
- St Ursula's Catholic Primary School2.3 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 423
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Faith
- Roman Catholic
Secondary
- Bower Park Academy1.9 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 965
- Type
- Academy converter
- Marshalls Park Academy2.9 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 1,174
- Type
- Academy converter
- Drapers' Academy3.1 milesOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,196
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Forest Academy3.1 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 749
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- The Royal Liberty School3.5 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 749
- Type
- Academy converter
- Gender
- Boys
* Latest graded judgement covers quality of education only; no overall grade was issued under the 2024-25 inspection framework.
Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.
Schools are just the start: sold prices nearby, planning activity and any flood history are in the full report.
Amenities
Supermarket
GP surgery
Pharmacy
Hospital
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Getting Around
Nearest station
Nearest bus stop
Typical drive times
Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.
Easy to reach matters. So do planning activity, flood history and ground risks: all in the full report.
Flood Risk
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Rivers and the sea
Surface water
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The detail behind these bandings
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- Exact flood zones & annual chances (included in the full report)
- Any recorded past flooding (included in the full report)
- Planning activity nearby (included in the full report)
- Heritage & conservation (included in the full report)
- Protected nature designations (included in the full report)
- Ground risks (included in the full report)
- Sold prices nearby (included in the full report)
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Unit 6 Buckingham Court, Rectory Lane, Loughton, IG10 2QZ
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