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Planning in Edgefield

Approved
91%
29 of 30 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Edgefield

Edgefield is a picturesque village located within the civil parish of the same name in Norfolk, England. Known for its rural charm, it offers a unique setting for potential planning applications, making it an attractive area for development and community projects. The settlement has a population of approximately 436 (2021 estimate). It sits within the North Norfolk district.

Edgefield covers an area of approximately 10.1 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 Edgefield show an average sale price of £345,530, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Edgefield 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 (May 2026). This makes Edgefield a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Edgefield 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Edgefield, 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, 63 planning applications were submitted near Edgefield. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 64 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (8), tree works (8), outline applications (1).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Edgefield?
In the last 24 months, 63 planning applications were submitted near Edgefield. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near Edgefield?
The average planning decision time near Edgefield is 64 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 Edgefield?
The planning approval rate near Edgefield is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Edgefield?
The most common type of planning application near Edgefield is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Edgefield?
You can search and track planning applications near Edgefield on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.