Downham Market, Norfolk Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Downham Market, Norfolk.
Norfolk · England · Town
Planning applications in Downham Market 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 Downham Market
Downham Market, a market town and civil parish in Norfolk, England, is situated on the banks of the River Great Ouse, near the Fens. Located approximately 11 miles south of King's Lynn, 39 miles west of Norwich, and 30 miles north of Cambridge, it presents unique planning opportunities due to its strategic position and local amenities.
Population: 11,349 (2021) · Area: 5.2 km²
District: King's Lynn and West Norfolk
Website: http://www.downhammarkettowncouncil.org.uk/
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £286,218 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: King's Lynn and West Norfolk
- Parliamentary constituency: South West Norfolk
- LSOA: King's Lynn and West Norfolk 017F
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Downham Market.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Downham Market.
- 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 Downham Market based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
41 planning applications found near Downham Market.
- - Fairfield House 15 Howdale Road Downham Market Norfolk PE38 9AB
The neighbour has now raised concerns over the overall condition of the tree as identified by the TPO in the previous approval. This a fir tree and is requested to be removed altogether as the neighbo
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Kings Lynn | Date: 2026-06-28
View full details - 26/00096/TREECA - Fairfield House 15 Howdale Road Downham Market Norfolk PE38 9AB
The neighbour has now raised concerns over the overall condition of the tree as identified by the TPO in the previous approval. This a fir tree and is requested to be removed altogether as the neighbo
Status: Undecided | Council: King's Lynn and West Norfolk | Date: 2026-06-28 - 26/00048/TPO - 17 Oak View Drive Downham Market Norfolk PE38 9PB
2/TPO/00018 - Fell one dead Scots pine
Status: Undecided | Council: King's Lynn and West Norfolk | Date: 2026-06-16 - - 17 Oak View Drive Downham Market Norfolk PE38 9PB
2/TPO/00018 - Fell one dead Scots pine
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Kings Lynn | Date: 2026-06-16
View full details - - TESCO London Road Downham Market Norfolk PE38 9AW
T30 Acer pseudoplatanus (Sycamore) Basal/Epicormic growth removal T34 Acer pseudoplatanus (Sycamore) * Basal/Epicormic growth removal T37 Acer pseudoplatanus (Sycamore) * Basal/Epicormic growth remova
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Kings Lynn | Date: 2026-06-03
View full details - 26/00087/TREECA - TESCO London Road Downham Market Norfolk PE38 9AW
T30 Acer pseudoplatanus (Sycamore) Basal/Epicormic growth removal T34 Acer pseudoplatanus (Sycamore) * Basal/Epicormic growth removal T37 Acer pseudoplatanus (Sycamore) * Basal/Epicormic growth remova
Status: Undecided | Council: King's Lynn and West Norfolk | Date: 2026-06-03 - 26/00922/F - 98 Howdale Road Downham Market Norfolk PE38 9AH
HOUSEHOLDER: Single storey extension to rear of two storey dwelling
Status: Undecided | Council: King's Lynn and West Norfolk | Date: 2026-06-02 - - 98 Howdale Road Downham Market Norfolk PE38 9AH
HOUSEHOLDER: Single storey extension to rear of two storey dwelling
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Kings Lynn | Date: 2026-06-02
View full details - 26/00042/TPO - 5 Civray Avenue Downham Market Norfolk PE38 9NU
2/TPO/00257 T2 Sweet Chestnut Tree, Branches overhang the boundary of my garden and 52/54 The retreat The neigbours have asked for the branches to be removed. G4 - 2/TPO/00031 The Sycamore in G4 has g
Status: Undecided | Council: King's Lynn and West Norfolk | Date: 2026-05-28 - 26/00800/F - 10 Cock Drove Downham Market Norfolk PE38 9NS
Front and rear extensions including demolition of existing garage and rendering of the existing property and extensions
Status: Undecided | Council: King's Lynn and West Norfolk | Date: 2026-05-11 - - Hadleigh 42 Bexwell Road Downham Market Norfolk PE38 9LQ
T1 - Oak - Crown clean and raise drooping branches particularly over neighbouring building by a maximum of 2m. T2 - Beech - 2m full crown reduction, maximum of 3m for particularly extended limbs. T3 -
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Kings Lynn | Date: 2026-04-13
View full details - 26/00565/F - 50 Bexwell Road Downham Market Norfolk PE38 9LH
Proposed porch and chimney.
Status: Undecided | Council: King's Lynn and West Norfolk | Date: 2026-03-30 - - 55A High Street Downham Market Norfolk PE38 9HF
Application for listed building consent replacement of four first floor sash windows in very poor condition (Retrospective)
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Kings Lynn | Date: 2026-03-30
View full details - - 55A High Street Downham Market Norfolk PE38 9HF
Replacement of four first floor sash windows in very poor condition (Retrospective)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Kings Lynn | Date: 2026-03-30
View full details - - 50 Bexwell Road Downham Market Norfolk PE38 9LH
Proposed porch and chimney.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Kings Lynn | Date: 2026-03-30
View full details - - 10 Civray Avenue Downham Market Norfolk PE38 9NU
Householder: Replacement of conservatory existing roof
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Kings Lynn | Date: 2026-03-04
View full details - - 1 - 3 Howdale Road Downham Market Norfolk PE38 9AB
Proposed block of flats following demolition of existing buildings on site.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Kings Lynn | Date: 2026-03-03
View full details - - TESCO London Road Downham Market Norfolk PE38 9AW
Installation of Timpson Key Cutting Kiosk to hardstanding adjacent to Tesco Superstore
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Kings Lynn | Date: 2026-03-02
View full details - - TESCO London Road Downham Market Norfolk PE38 9AW
Application for advertisement consent for 3 x Internally Illuminated Fascia Signs, 4 x ACM Panels, Frosted Manifestation to glass (not required)
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: Kings Lynn | Date: 2026-03-02
View full details - - 16 Hawthorn Road Downham Market Norfolk PE38 9PN
Householder: Proposed single storey side and rear extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Kings Lynn | Date: 2026-02-23
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A brief summary of Downham Market in Norfolk
Downham Market, a market town and civil parish in Norfolk, England, is situated on the banks of the River Great Ouse, near the Fens. Located approximately 11 miles south of King's Lynn, 39 miles west of Norwich, and 30 miles north of Cambridge, it presents unique planning opportunities due to its strategic position and local amenities. The Town has a population of approximately 11,349 (2021 estimate). It sits within the King's Lynn and West Norfolk district.
Downham Market covers an area of approximately 5.2 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 Downham Market show an average sale price of £286,218, 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 Downham Market a particularly low-crime area.
Downham Market has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Downham Market, Wimbotsham. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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, Downham Market planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.downhammarkettowncouncil.org.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 Downham Market
In the last 24 months, 65 planning applications were submitted near Downham Market. Of these, 94% 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 Downham Market 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 Downham Market were full planning applications (22), tree works (15), discharge of conditions (8). Full planning applications account for 34% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 3 large-scale (major) developments, 51 smaller schemes were submitted.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 29 applications
- Refused: 0 applications
- Withdrawn: 2 applications
- Awaiting decision: 34 applications
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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.