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Planning in Bradwell

Approved
82%
55 of 60 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Bradwell in the last 24 months, from Great Yarmouth Borough Council's planning register.

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About Bradwell

Bradwell is a village and civil parish located in Norfolk, England, situated directly west of the urban areas of Great Yarmouth and Gorleston-on-Sea. Its close proximity to these towns makes it an important area for planning applications, as development in Bradwell is often influenced by the surrounding urban landscape. The settlement has a population of approximately 11,636 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Great Yarmouth district.

Bradwell covers an area of approximately 9.7 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 Bradwell 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 Bradwell a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Bradwell has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bradwell 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 Bradwell, 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, 84 planning applications were submitted near Bradwell. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 73 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (38), amendments (9), tree works (8). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 3 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Bradwell?
In the last 24 months, 84 planning applications were submitted near Bradwell. The approval rate is 82%.
How long do planning decisions take near Bradwell?
The average planning decision time near Bradwell is 73 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 Bradwell?
The planning approval rate near Bradwell is 82%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Bradwell?
The most common type of planning application near Bradwell is full planning applications, with 38 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Bradwell?
You can search and track planning applications near Bradwell on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.