Caston, Norfolk Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Caston, Norfolk.
Norfolk · England · settlement
About Caston
Caston is a quaint village and civil parish located in Norfolk, England, approximately 3 miles southeast of Watton and 5 miles northwest of Attleborough. Situated 18 miles west of Norwich, it offers a serene rural setting that may appeal to those considering planning applications in the region.
Population: 480 (2021) · Area: 6.4 km²
District: Breckland
Website: http://www.castonparishcouncil.co.uk/
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £296,950 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Breckland
- Parliamentary constituency: Mid Norfolk
- LSOA: Breckland 011B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Caston.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Caston.
- 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 Caston based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
6 planning applications found near Caston.
- - THE LODGE The Street, Caston, Attleborough, Norfolk, NR17 1DD
T1 Oak - Reduce crown by 4-5m to sound live growth ,reduce limb overhanging The Meadows (next door ) to the boundary. Current dimensions height -18m crown radius 8m Finished dimensions height -13m cro
Type: Trees | Council: Breckland | Date: 2026-04-20
View full details - - Wheelwrights The Green, Caston, Attleborough, Norfolk, NR17 1DB
T1. Sycamore. Reduce canopy of tree all round by up to 2 meters. Current height 16m. Finished height 14m. T2. Sycamore. Reduce canopy of tree all round by up to 2.5 m, Current height 15.5 m. Finished
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Breckland | Date: 2026-01-13
View full details - - Homefield House The Street, Caston, Attleborough, Norfolk, NR17 1DD
T1 Leyland Cypress- Remove T2 Norway Spruce (dead) Remove T3 Leyland Cypress Remove Section of Leyland Cypress hedge to also be removed
Type: Trees | Council: Breckland | Date: 2025-09-12
View full details - - Thatched Cottages The Street, Caston, Attleborough, Norfolk, NR17 1DD
Remove existing render and re-render external envelope of building Remove existing plaster to parlour end Excavate parlour end floor and install capillary break and limecrete floor; re-tile Make and i
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Breckland | Date: 2025-02-11
View full details - - ., Caston, NR17 1DD
TPO 2008 No.54 T5 - Ash - fell G2 - Ash trees 1-4 and 6 prune back overhanging laterals by approximately 2.5m to nearest and appropriate growth points when pruning is complete it is estimated that app
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Breckland | Date: 2025-01-25
View full details - - Church Farm The Green NR17 1DB
2x Limes reduction down to safe height. Reduction on main leaders down to a high pollard due to failing limbs and dieback (10-12m). Location- both trees have structures within target zone and a HV lin
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Breckland | Date: 2024-04-15
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A brief summary of Caston in Norfolk
Caston is a quaint village and civil parish located in Norfolk, England, approximately 3 miles southeast of Watton and 5 miles northwest of Attleborough. Situated 18 miles west of Norwich, it offers a serene rural setting that may appeal to those considering planning applications in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 480 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Breckland district.
Caston covers an area of approximately 6.4 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 Caston show an average sale price of £296,950, 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 Caston a particularly low-crime area.
Caston has one conservation area within its boundaries: Caston. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Caston planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.castonparishcouncil.co.uk/. 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.
Planning Activity in Caston
In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Caston. Of these, 100% were approved.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Caston may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The most common application types near Caston were tree works (4), full planning applications (1), listed building and heritage (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.