Birch Conservation Area
Birch is a compact conservation area in England, covering approximately 5.5 hectares of protected landscape. It is designated in 1993, reflecting the area's longstanding cultural and architectural significance. The area includes 7 listed buildings recognised for their heritage value.
At 5.5 hectares, this is a compact conservation area — smaller than the UK average of around 45 hectares.
Notable Listed Buildings
- Grade II Church of St Peter and St PaulCO2 0LZ
- Grade II Gatehouse FarmhouseCO2 0NA
- Grade II Heath FarmhouseCO2 0LZ
- Grade II Numbers 2, 3 and 4 Church CottagesCO2 0LZ
- Grade II Primary SchoolCO2 0LZ
- Grade II Schoolmaster's HouseCO2 0NA
- Grade II White CottageCO2 0NA
Nearby Conservation Areas
- Copford Green3.1 km
- Messing4.7 km
- Colchester Area 35.9 km
- Colchester Area 5 Mill Field Estate6.4 km
- Colchester Area 26.6 km
- Garrison6.8 km
- Feering7.1 km
- Fordstreet7.5 km
About Birch Conservation Area
- Is my property in Birch Conservation Area?
- Use the free HeritageCheck postcode checker to instantly find out if your property is within the Birch Conservation Area boundary.
- What restrictions apply in Birch?
- Properties in Birch Conservation Area may face restrictions on demolition, tree work (6 weeks' notice required), and certain exterior alterations. Contact your local planning authority for specific rules that apply here.
Learn more: What is a Conservation Area? · Restrictions · Planning Permission · CA vs Listed Building · Trees