How long do planning decisions take near Bawsey?

The average planning decision time near Bawsey is 50 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate near Bawsey?

The planning approval rate near Bawsey is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Bawsey?

The most common type of planning application near Bawsey is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Bawsey?

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Bawsey, Norfolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bawsey, Norfolk.

Norfolk · England · settlement

Planning applications in Bawsey are administered by Kings Lynn And West Norfolk Borough Council. View the full Kings Lynn And West Norfolk Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Bawsey

Bawsey is a village and civil parish located in Norfolk, approximately 4 miles east of King's Lynn and 40 miles west of Norwich. It is positioned along the B1145 road, which connects King's Lynn to Mundesley, making it a key point in the region's transport infrastructure and a potential area of interest for planning applications.

Population: 210 (2021) · Area: 6.8 km²

District: King's Lynn and West Norfolk

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £250,556 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: King's Lynn and West Norfolk
Parliamentary constituency: North West Norfolk
LSOA: King's Lynn and West Norfolk 012A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Bawsey.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Bawsey.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Bawsey based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Bawsey.

26/00031/TPO - Beech House 50A Brow of The Hill Leziate King's Lynn Norfolk PE32 1EN
2/TPO/00406 AND 2/TPO/00419: G1 - 3 x Oak Trees and T1 Maple/Sycamore. Dead wood removal and any damaged/dangerous limb removal required. The work will be dead, damaged or dangerous branch/limb remova
Status: Undecided | Council: King's Lynn and West Norfolk | Date: 2026-04-20
- Beech House 50A Brow of The Hill Leziate King's Lynn Norfolk PE32 1EN
HOUSEHOLDER - Construction of a balcony.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Kings Lynn | Date: 2026-03-30
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- Hillcrest 43 Brow of The Hill Leziate King's Lynn Norfolk PE32 1EN
HOUSEHOLDER: Two storey side & single storey front extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Kings Lynn | Date: 2026-01-26
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- Leziate Park Country Club Brow of The Hill Leziate King's Lynn Norfolk PE32 1EN
DISCHARGE OF CONDITIONS 6, 11 AND 12 OF PLANNING PERMISSION 18/00053/O: Outline application for the development of 7 dwellings & garages, and provision of replacement clubhouse, following demolition o
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Kings Lynn | Date: 2023-12-08
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A brief summary of Bawsey in Norfolk

Bawsey covers an area of approximately 6.8 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Bawsey show an average sale price of £250,556, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Bawsey a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Bawsey includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Bawsey SSSI, Leziate, Sugar and Derby Fens SSSI. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Bawsey

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Bawsey. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Bawsey may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 50 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Bawsey were full planning applications (4). Full planning applications account for 80% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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