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Planning in Earlham

Approved
94%
31 of 31 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Earlham in the last 24 months, from Norwich City Council's planning register.

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Around Earlham

Postcode districts

NR4 182 applications in the last 12 monthsNR5 65 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Norwich City Council

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About Earlham

Earlham is a settlement located in Norfolk, England. It sits within the Norwich district.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Earlham 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 Earlham, 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, 44 planning applications were submitted near Earlham. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (8), outline applications (2), listed building and heritage (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Earlham?
In the last 24 months, 44 planning applications were submitted near Earlham. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near Earlham?
The average planning decision time near Earlham is 53 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 Earlham?
The planning approval rate near Earlham is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Earlham?
The most common type of planning application near Earlham is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Earlham?
You can search and track planning applications near Earlham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.