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Planning in Butcher's Common

Approved
85%
11 of 11 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Butcher's Common in the last 24 months, from North Norfolk District Council's planning register.

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About Butcher's Common

Butcher's Common is a settlement located in Norfolk, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Butcher's Common 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 Butcher's Common a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Butcher's Common has 9 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Butcher's Common 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 Butcher's Common, 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, 23 planning applications were submitted near Butcher's Common. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.

The most common types were tree works (6), full planning applications (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Butcher's Common?
In the last 24 months, 23 planning applications were submitted near Butcher's Common. The approval rate is 85%.
How long do planning decisions take near Butcher's Common?
The average planning decision time near Butcher's Common is 50 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 Butcher's Common?
The planning approval rate near Butcher's Common is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Butcher's Common?
The most common type of planning application near Butcher's Common is tree works applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Butcher's Common?
You can search and track planning applications near Butcher's Common on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.