Blofield, Norfolk Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Blofield, Norfolk.
Norfolk · England · settlement
Planning applications in Blofield are administered by Broadland District Council. View the full Broadland District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Blofield
Blofield is a village and civil parish located in the Broadland district of Norfolk, England. Situated approximately 5 miles east of Norwich and 14 miles west of Great Yarmouth, the parish encompasses Blofield village as well as the hamlets of Blofield Heath and Blofield Corner, making it a key area for potential planning applications within a rural setting.
Population: 4,087 (2021) · Area: 9.4 km²
District: Broadland
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £289,990 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Broadland
- Parliamentary constituency: Broadland and Fakenham
- LSOA: Broadland 014D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Blofield.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Blofield.
- 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 Blofield based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
13 planning applications found near Blofield.
- - Land South Of Newstead Gardens Blofield Norfolk
Approval of reserved matters for appearance, landscaping, layout and scale following outline permission 20211844
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2026-03-24
View full details - - The Old Hall 11 Church Road Blofield Norfolk NR13 4NA
Variation of condition 2 to amend design of permission 2024/2471 (which consented to two-storey extension, single storey rear extension, front replacement porch extension and cast stone balcony to sou
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2025-10-27
View full details - - 18 Newstead Gardens Blofield Norfolk NR13 4FN
Proposed single storey rear/side extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2025-07-07
View full details - - Brazen Hurn Brundall Road Blofield Norfolk NR13 4LB
Erect cart lodge
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2025-02-01
View full details - - The Old Hall 11 Church Road Blofield Norfolk NR13 4NA
Proposed two-storey extention, single storey rear extension, front replacement porch extension and cast stone balcony to south and west elevation, including alterations.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2024-08-21
View full details - - The Conifers Garden Road Blofield Norfolk NR13 4JL
Erection of detached garage to side of property
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2024-08-08
View full details - - 3 Gunns Close Blofield Norfolk NR13 4FL
single storey front porch
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2024-04-29
View full details - - 5 Pound Lane Blofield Norfolk NR13 4NB
Single storey rear extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2024-01-28
View full details - - The Paddocks 11 Stocks Lane Blofield NR13 4JZ
Single storey rear extension and alterations to the front porch
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2024-01-24
View full details - - 79 Yarmouth Road Blofield Norfolk NR13 4LQ
Two storey front extension, porch to side and render finish to existing walls
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2023-12-01
View full details - - Pinnacle House 20 Danesbower Lane Blofield Norfolk NR13 4LP
Two Storey Side and Rear Extension including Roof Alteration
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2023-10-27
View full details - - Little Acre Garden Road Blofield Norfolk NR13 4JL
Non material amendment to outline 20201483 (reserved matters on 20211140) for timber porch to front elevation over entrance door and extension of garage width
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Amendment | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2023-04-30
View full details - - Old Orchard Globe Lane Blofield NR13 4JN
Construction of Gable Dormer on Front Roof Slope
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2023-01-05
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A brief summary of Blofield in Norfolk
Blofield is a village and civil parish located in the Broadland district of Norfolk, England. Situated approximately 5 miles east of Norwich and 14 miles west of Great Yarmouth, the parish encompasses Blofield village as well as the hamlets of Blofield Heath and Blofield Corner, making it a key area for potential planning applications within a rural setting. The settlement has a population of approximately 4,087 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Broadland district.
Blofield covers an area of approximately 9.4 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 Blofield show an average sale price of £289,990, 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 Blofield a particularly low-crime area.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Blofield includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Yare Broads and Marshes SSSI; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): The Broads; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Broadland; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Broadland; 1 National Parks: THE BROADS. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Blofield 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.
Planning Activity in Blofield
In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Blofield. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Blofield may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 54 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Blofield were full planning applications (6), amendments (4), discharge of conditions (3). Full planning applications account for 43% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 12 smaller schemes were submitted.
Nearby Towns
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.