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Planning in Burnham Overy Town

Approved
96%
23 of 23 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Burnham Overy Town in the last 24 months, from King's Lynn and West Norfolk Borough Council's planning register.

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About Burnham Overy Town

Burnham Overy, situated on the north coast of Norfolk, encompasses the historic Burnham Overy Town and the larger settlement of Burnham Overy Staithe, located half a mile north along the River Burn estuary. The parish lies one mile northwest of Burnham Market and is accessible via the A149 road, making it a notable area for planning applications given its proximity to key transport routes and nearby towns, including King's Lynn and Norwich.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Burnham Overy Town 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 Burnham Overy Town a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Burnham Overy Town has 8 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Burnham Overy Town 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 Burnham Overy Town, 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, 25 planning applications were submitted near Burnham Overy Town. Of these, 96% were approved, with an average decision time of 39 days.

The most common types were tree works (5), full planning applications (4), discharge of conditions (4). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Burnham Overy Town?
In the last 24 months, 25 planning applications were submitted near Burnham Overy Town. The approval rate is 96%.
How long do planning decisions take near Burnham Overy Town?
The average planning decision time near Burnham Overy Town is 39 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 Burnham Overy Town?
The planning approval rate near Burnham Overy Town is 96%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Burnham Overy Town?
The most common type of planning application near Burnham Overy Town is tree works applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Burnham Overy Town?
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