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Planning in Cordwell

Approved
85%
11 of 12 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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Around Cordwell

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About Cordwell

Bunwell is a village and civil parish located in Norfolk, England, situated 4.5 miles east of Attleborough and 11 miles south-west of Norwich. The parish encompasses the hamlets of Bunwell Hill, Low Common, and Cordwell, making it a quaint area for potential planning applications and developments within the community.

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

The area around Cordwell has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Cordwell 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 Cordwell, 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, 14 planning applications were submitted near Cordwell. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 72 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (6), tree works (3), listed building and heritage (2).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Cordwell?
In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Cordwell. The approval rate is 85%.
How long do planning decisions take near Cordwell?
The average planning decision time near Cordwell is 72 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 Cordwell?
The planning approval rate near Cordwell is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Cordwell?
The most common type of planning application near Cordwell is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Cordwell?
You can search and track planning applications near Cordwell on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.