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Planning in Congham

Only 9 decisions near Congham in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Congham

Congham is a village and civil parish located in Norfolk, England. Known for its rural charm, it offers a range of planning opportunities amidst picturesque surroundings, making it an appealing area for prospective developers and residents alike. The settlement has a population of approximately 236 (2021 estimate). It sits within the King's Lynn and West Norfolk district.

Congham covers an area of approximately 11.7 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 Congham 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 Congham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Congham 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 Congham, 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, 13 planning applications were submitted near Congham.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (5), full planning applications (2), outline applications (2).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Congham?
In the last 24 months, 13 planning applications were submitted near Congham.
What types of planning applications are most common near Congham?
The most common type of planning application near Congham is discharge of conditions, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Congham?
You can search and track planning applications near Congham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.