How long do planning decisions take near Drabblegate?

The average planning decision time near Drabblegate is 65 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 Drabblegate?

The planning approval rate near Drabblegate is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Drabblegate?

The most common type of planning application near Drabblegate is tree works applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Drabblegate?

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Drabblegate, Norfolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Drabblegate, Norfolk.

Norfolk · England · settlement

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Property Prices

Average property sale price: £289,990 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: North Norfolk
Parliamentary constituency: North Norfolk
LSOA: North Norfolk 006D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Drabblegate.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Drabblegate based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Drabblegate.

- Abbotts Hall Farm House Drabblegate Aylsham Norfolk NR11 6LR
Proposed conversion of historic agricultural barns to three residential dwellings with associated infrastructure.
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2026-01-25
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A brief summary of Drabblegate in Norfolk

Drabblegate is a settlement located in Norfolk, England.

Property prices in Drabblegate show an average sale price of £289,990, 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 Drabblegate a particularly low-crime area.

Drabblegate has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Aylsham, Blickling. 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.

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Planning Activity in Drabblegate

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Drabblegate. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 65 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Drabblegate.

At 65 days on average, decisions near Drabblegate slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Drabblegate were tree works (2), 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.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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