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Planning in Barney

Only 5 decisions near Barney in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Barney in the last 24 months, from North Norfolk District Council's planning register.

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About Barney

Barney is a historic village located in the North Norfolk district, now part of the parish of Fulmodeston. Situated south of the A148 road near Thursford, it is approximately 7.2 miles from Fakenham and 17.1 miles from Cromer. With a rich history dating back before the Norman Invasion of 1066, Barney had a population of 243 in 1931 and offers convenient access to local transport links, including the nearest railway station at Sheringham and Norwich International Airport. This context is essential for anyone considering planning applications in the area. It sits within the Fulmodeston district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Barney area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Barney a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Barney has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Barney planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Barney, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 13 planning applications were submitted near Barney.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (2), amendments (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Barney?
In the last 24 months, 13 planning applications were submitted near Barney.
What types of planning applications are most common near Barney?
The most common type of planning application near Barney is discharge of conditions, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Barney?
You can search and track planning applications near Barney on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.