Search Bawdeswell planning applications
8 applications on record · within 1 km of the centre of Bawdeswell · updated daily · Breckland District Council
Only 3 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows every one we hold.
- THE OLD HARNESS MAKER The Street, Bawdeswell, Dereham, Norfolk, NR20 4RTAwaiting decision1 - Ash - remove this mature double-stemmed ash tree, which is approximately 40 ft in height. 2 - Goat Willow - prune this tree. 3 - Oak - undertake a crown reduction and prune branches extending over the neighbouring property. 4 - Sycamore -...Received week of 5 Oct 2026PL/2026/1338/TCA
- 36 Reepham Road, Bawdeswell, Dereham, Norfolk, NR20 4RUApprovedProposed single-storey and two-storey rear extensions including internal alterationsReceived week of 24 Aug 2026PL/2026/1055/HOU
- Barn Cottage, 3, MEADOW LOKE The Street, Bawdeswell, Dereham, Norfolk, NR20 4TGAwaiting decision1 x Laurel - RemovalReceived week of 10 Aug 2026PL/2026/1111/TCA
- 9 Saxon Meadows, Bawdeswell, Dereham, Norfolk, NR20 4UXApprovedT1 Scots Pine - Reduce to ground level T2 Scots Pine - Reduce to ground level (rear Shimba house) T3 Crab Tree - Reduce to ground level (or prune if preferred) T4 Norway Maple - Reduce to ground level Chip and remove arisingsReceived week of 13 Jul 2026PL/2026/0982/TRE
- PARK HOUSE Dereham Road, Bawdeswell, Dereham, Norfolk, NR20 4AAApprovedApplication for a Lawful Development Certificate for an Existing Use or Operation or Activity, including those in breach of a planning condition Town and Country Planning Act 1990 (as amended) Occupation of Park House in breach of occupancy condition 2 on PP ML4174CLEUD Certificate of lawful development (Existing)Received week of 6 Jul 2026Decided 19 Oct 2026PL/2026/0922/CLEUD
Planning in Bawdeswell
Only 4 decisions near Bawdeswell in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Bawdeswell in the last 24 months, from Breckland District Council's planning register.
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NR20 179 applications in the last 12 months
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About Bawdeswell
Bawdeswell is a quaint rural village and civil parish located in Norfolk, England, with a population of 828 as of the 2011 census. Nestled approximately 14 miles northwest of Norwich, it spans an area of 487 hectares and falls under the Upper Wensum Ward of Breckland District Council. Historically significant, the village lies along a Roman road that connected Durobrivae near modern Peterborough to Smallburgh, making it a point of interest for planning applications and development in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 868 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Breckland district.
Bawdeswell covers an area of approximately 4.9 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.
There are currently no active flood warnings for the Bawdeswell 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 Bawdeswell a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Bawdeswell has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bawdeswell 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.
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In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Bawdeswell.
The most common types were full planning applications (1), tree works (1).