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21 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Fakenham · updated daily · North Norfolk District Council

Showing 1 to 5 of 21 · received or decided in the last 90 days

Busseys & Sabberton Enterprise Way Fakenham Norfolk NR21 8SNAwaiting decisionDisplay of internally illuminated freestanding panel advertisementReceived 12 Oct 2026ADV/26/2056
St Marys 27 Wells Road Fakenham Norfolk NR21 9EGApprovedT1 - Silver Birch - Located Front Garden - Reduce height to approximately 7m from ground level, reduce remaining canopy to maintain shape. T2 - Silver Birch - Located North West Boundary - Reduce to approximately 6m from ground level. T3 & T4 Cherry trees - Located South West Corner boundary - Reduce height to approximately 5.7m from ground level, to provide clearance to utility lines (phone).Received 29 Sep 2026Decided 26 Oct 2026TW/26/2050
The Workshop Greenway Lane Fakenham Norfolk NR21 8ETApprovedChange of use from commercial workshop (upholstery repair service) to retail (charity shop) - retrospectiveReceived 28 Sep 2026Decided 6 Nov 2026PF/26/1357
Duke Of Lancaster School Highfield Road Fakenham Norfolk NR21 9DQApprovedT1 - Beech, by conference centre, Lift lower branches by approx 2m from ground level, to cut away from building and clear fire exit - G1 -Beech, Lift canopies all round by approx 2.5m from ground level, Marked T2, T4, T5, T6, T8 & T9 on plan - T13 -Oak, Reduce away from utility pole to give 1m clearance - T15 - False Acacia, Reduce all round by approx 50% removing the rotten centre stem, reduce risk of future failure.Received 8 Sep 2026Decided 17 Sep 2026TW/26/1909
11 - 13 Norwich Street Fakenham Norfolk NR21 9AFAwaiting decisionInstallation of roller shutters to shop front (retrospective)Received 3 Sep 2026PF/26/1705

Planning in Fakenham

Approved: 89%; 76 of 79 decided
Decision time: about 10 weeks; on average

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

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NR21 265 applications in the last 12 months

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Planning authority: North Norfolk District Council

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About Fakenham

Fakenham is a market town and civil parish in Norfolk, England, located on the River Wensum, approximately 25 miles north-west of Norwich. The town serves as a key junction for several local roads, including the A148 connecting King's Lynn to Cromer, the A1067 leading to Norwich, and the A1065 towards Swaffham, making it a significant hub for planning applications and developments in the region. The town has a population of approximately 8,014 (2021 estimate). It sits within the North Norfolk district.

Fakenham covers an area of approximately 9.0 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 Fakenham show an average sale price of £327,218, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Fakenham 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 Fakenham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Fakenham has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Fakenham 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.fakenhamtowncouncil.org.uk/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Fakenham, 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, 162 planning applications were submitted near Fakenham. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 70 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (11), tree works (9), discharge of conditions (7). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Fakenham?

In the last 24 months, 162 planning applications were submitted near Fakenham. The approval rate is 89%.

How long do planning decisions take near Fakenham?

The average planning decision time near Fakenham is 70 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 Fakenham?

The planning approval rate near Fakenham is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Fakenham?

The most common type of planning application near Fakenham is full planning applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Fakenham?

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