How long do planning decisions take near Dunkirk?

The average planning decision time near Dunkirk is 42 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 Dunkirk?

The planning approval rate near Dunkirk is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Dunkirk?

The most common type of planning application near Dunkirk is tree works applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Dunkirk?

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Dunkirk, Norfolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Dunkirk, Norfolk.

Norfolk · England · settlement

Planning applications in Dunkirk are administered by Broadland District Council. View the full Broadland District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Dunkirk

Dunkirk is a significant port city located in the Nord department of northern France, just 10 kilometers from the Belgian border. Renowned for having the third-largest harbour in France, it supports a vibrant local economy. As of 2019, Dunkirk had a population of 86,279, making it a key area for planning applications and developments within the region.

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Area Information

Admin district: Broadland
Parliamentary constituency: Broadland and Fakenham
LSOA: Broadland 001E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Dunkirk.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Dunkirk based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Dunkirk in Norfolk

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

Dunkirk 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 Dunkirk

In the last 24 months, 23 planning applications were submitted near Dunkirk. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 42 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 Dunkirk.

The average decision time of 42 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Dunkirk were tree works (13), full planning applications (8), outline applications (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (50% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

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