How long do planning decisions take near Filby Heath?

The average planning decision time near Filby Heath is 62 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 Filby Heath?

The planning approval rate near Filby Heath is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Filby Heath?

The most common type of planning application near Filby Heath is discharge of conditions, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Filby Heath?

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Filby Heath, Norfolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Filby Heath, Norfolk.

Norfolk · England · settlement

Planning applications in Filby Heath are administered by Great Yarmouth Borough Council. View the full Great Yarmouth Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Filby Heath

Filby is a charming village and civil parish in Norfolk, situated 4.6 miles northwest of Great Yarmouth and 15 miles east of Norwich. Nestled between the scenic Filby and Ormesby Little Broads, the area is characterized by its picturesque landscapes, making it a noteworthy location for potential planning applications and developments.

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Area Information

Admin district: Great Yarmouth
Parliamentary constituency: Great Yarmouth
LSOA: Great Yarmouth 005D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Filby Heath.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Filby Heath based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Filby Heath in Norfolk

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

Filby Heath has one conservation area within its boundaries: Ormesby St Margaret. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Filby Heath includes 1 National Parks: THE BROADS. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Filby Heath

In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Filby Heath. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Filby Heath may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

At 62 days on average, decisions near Filby Heath slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Filby Heath were discharge of conditions (6), full planning applications (2), amendments (2).

In terms of development scale, 4 medium-scale applications, 7 smaller schemes were submitted.

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