How long do planning decisions take near Clenchwarton?

The average planning decision time near Clenchwarton is 49 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 Clenchwarton?

The planning approval rate near Clenchwarton is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Clenchwarton?

The most common type of planning application near Clenchwarton is full planning applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Clenchwarton?

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Clenchwarton, Norfolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Clenchwarton, Norfolk.

Norfolk · England · settlement

Planning applications in Clenchwarton are administered by Kings Lynn And West Norfolk Borough Council. View the full Kings Lynn And West Norfolk Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Clenchwarton

Clenchwarton is a village and civil parish located in Norfolk, England. It also serves as an electoral ward, making it a key area for local governance and community planning initiatives. Those researching planning applications in Clenchwarton will find a quaint village atmosphere combined with active local development opportunities.

Population: 2,223 (2021) · Area: 4.9 km²

District: King's Lynn and West Norfolk

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Area Information

Admin district: King's Lynn and West Norfolk
Parliamentary constituency: North West Norfolk
LSOA: King's Lynn and West Norfolk 008C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Clenchwarton.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Clenchwarton.

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...)
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Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Clenchwarton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Clenchwarton.

26/00935/F - 16 Robin Kerkham Way Clenchwarton King's Lynn Norfolk PE34 4BB
Variation of condition 2 of planning permission 26/00310/F to amend drawings for the single storey front and side extensions to existing dwelling with alterations
Status: Undecided | Council: King's Lynn and West Norfolk | Date: 2026-06-01
- Clenchwarton Primary School 139 Main Road Clenchwarton King's Lynn Norfolk PE34 4DT
Single-storey entrance lobby extension, including the removal of two mobile classrooms, alterations to the front perimeter boundary, and on-site fencing and associated external works
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Kings Lynn | Date: 2026-03-10
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- 16 Robin Kerkham Way Clenchwarton King's Lynn Norfolk PE34 4BB
Single storey front and side extensions to existing dwelling with alterations and new vehicular access.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Kings Lynn | Date: 2026-02-17
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- Margaretta House 100 Main Road Clenchwarton King's Lynn Norfolk PE34 4BG
Part-time change of use for up to 6 events per calendar year for the use of building and immediate grounds from Residential (C3) to wedding venue (sui generis).
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Kings Lynn | Date: 2025-02-03
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- 125 Main Road Clenchwarton King's Lynn Norfolk PE34 4DT
HOUSEHOLDER- Proposed two storey side extension and single storey front entrance porch
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Kings Lynn | Date: 2024-12-26
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- 16A Rookery Road Clenchwarton KINGS LYNN Norfolk PE34 4EG
Development of a new annexe in the rear garden
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Kings Lynn | Date: 2023-07-20
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A brief summary of Clenchwarton in Norfolk

Clenchwarton covers an area of approximately 4.9 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Clenchwarton a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Clenchwarton

In the last 24 months, 15 planning applications were submitted near Clenchwarton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Clenchwarton may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 49 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Clenchwarton were full planning applications (9), discharge of conditions (2), amendments (2). Full planning applications account for 60% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 13 smaller schemes were submitted.

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