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14 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Burnham Thorpe · updated daily · King's Lynn and West Norfolk Borough Council

Only 5 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 14 · received or decided in the last 12 months

The Manor Walsingham Road Burnham Thorpe King's Lynn Norfolk PE31 8HLAwaiting decisionTREES IN CONSERVATION AREA: T1 - Sycamore: Pruning and reduction of crown to manage the trees size and spread and access to property, road and boundaries. T2 - Sycamore: Removal of a dead tree due to its condition and to reduce it to fail. T3 - Beech: Removal of a dead tree due to its condition and the potential risk of damage to nearby property should the tree fail. Removing 5-10%, roughly 3m from the ground of hanging branches to allow walking access via pathReceived 6 Nov 202626/00192/TREECA
Meadway Creake Road Burnham Thorpe King's Lynn Norfolk PE31 8HWAwaiting decisionDISCHARGE OF CONDITIONS 3, 4 AND 5 FROM PLANNING PERMISSION 26/00802/F - Householder: Extensions, Alterations and Remodelling of dwellingReceived 30 Oct 202626/00802/DISC_B
Street Record Garners Row Burnham Thorpe NorfolkAwaiting decisionThe Electronic Communications Code (Conditions and restrictions) Regulations 2003 (as amended) Regulation 5 Notice of Intention to Install Fixed Line Broadband Apparatus: New 9m light poleReceived 5 Oct 202626/01613/NT28
Meadway Creake Road Burnham Thorpe King's Lynn Norfolk PE31 8HWAwaiting decisionDISCHARGE OF CONDITIONS 5 & 7 ATTECAHED TO PLANNING PERMISSION 26/00802/F - Householder: Extensions, Alterations and Remodelling of dwellingDischarge of Conditions (Portal Only)Received 4 Aug 202626/00802/DISC_A
Glebe House Creake Road Burnham Thorpe King's Lynn Norfolk PE31 8HWAwaiting decisionRear two storey extension, new vehicular access and water treatment plantReceived 3 Aug 202626/01234/F

Planning in Burnham Thorpe

Approved: 72%; 13 of 16 decided
Decision time: about 6 weeks; on average

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

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Around Burnham Thorpe

Postcode districts

PE31 336 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: King's Lynn and West Norfolk Borough Council

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About Burnham Thorpe

Burnham Thorpe is a quaint village and civil parish located in Norfolk, England, approximately 19 miles northeast of King's Lynn and 31 miles northwest of Norwich. It is part of the seven Burnhams in Norfolk and had a population of 131 as of the 2021 census, reflecting a slight decline from 144 residents in 2011. This charming community offers unique planning opportunities in a picturesque rural setting. The settlement has a population of approximately 131 (2021 estimate). It sits within the King's Lynn and West Norfolk district.

Burnham Thorpe covers an area of approximately 9.6 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 Burnham Thorpe 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 Thorpe a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Burnham Thorpe has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Burnham Thorpe 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 Thorpe, 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, 24 planning applications were submitted near Burnham Thorpe. Of these, 72% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (6), tree works (6), discharge of conditions (4).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Burnham Thorpe?

In the last 24 months, 24 planning applications were submitted near Burnham Thorpe. The approval rate is 72%.

How long do planning decisions take near Burnham Thorpe?

The average planning decision time near Burnham Thorpe is 45 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 Thorpe?

The planning approval rate near Burnham Thorpe is 72%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Burnham Thorpe?

The most common type of planning application near Burnham Thorpe is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Burnham Thorpe?

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