Burston, Norfolk Planning Applications
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Planning data sourced from Norfolk council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months
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About Burston - Planning Applications & Local Development
Burston, a village in Norfolk, England, is located 2.5 miles northeast of Diss and 16 miles southwest of Norwich. Historically a separate civil parish, it merged with Shimpling on April 1, 1935, to form Burston and Shimpling. As of the 1931 census, Burston had a population of 279, marking the last recorded standalone population figures for the village. This quaint community could be of interest for planning applications, given its unique historical context and proximity to larger towns. The other has a population of approximately 568. It sits within the Burston and Shimpling district.
Burston covers an area of approximately 9.2 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 Burston show an average sale price of £315,350, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Burston 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.
There were 7 crimes reported in the Burston area during the most recent period (June 2026), a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized others.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Burston 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 Burston, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.