What is the planning approval rate near Brakefield Green?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Brakefield Green?

The most common type of planning application near Brakefield Green is discharge of conditions, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Brakefield Green?

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Brakefield Green, Norfolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Brakefield Green, Norfolk.

Norfolk · England · settlement

Planning applications in Brakefield Green are administered by Breckland District Council. View the full Breckland District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Brakefield Green

Brakefield Green is a hamlet located within the civil parish of Yaxham in Norfolk, England. Situated approximately 2 miles south of Dereham and 20 miles west of Norwich, it is part of a community that also includes the village of Yaxham and the nearby area of Clint Green. This picturesque setting offers a blend of rural charm and proximity to larger towns, making it relevant for planning applications and developments in the region.

District: Yaxham

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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: South Norfolk
Parliamentary constituency: South Norfolk
LSOA: South Norfolk 002D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Brakefield Green.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Brakefield Green based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Brakefield Green in Norfolk

Property prices in Brakefield Green 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 Brakefield Green a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Brakefield Green includes 3 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Brakefield Green

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Brakefield Green. Of these, 100% were approved.

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

The most common application types near Brakefield Green were discharge of conditions (1), amendments (1).

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