How long do planning decisions take near Fordham?

The average planning decision time near Fordham is 66 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 Fordham?

The planning approval rate near Fordham is 33%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Fordham?

The most common type of planning application near Fordham is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Fordham?

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Fordham, Norfolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Fordham, Norfolk.

Norfolk · England · settlement

Planning applications in Fordham are administered by Kings Lynn And West Norfolk Borough Council. View the full Kings Lynn And West Norfolk Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Fordham

Population: 65 (2021) · Area: 8.9 km²

District: King's Lynn and West Norfolk

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £292,666 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: King's Lynn and West Norfolk
Parliamentary constituency: South West Norfolk
LSOA: King's Lynn and West Norfolk 017L

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Fordham.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Fordham based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Fordham in Norfolk

Fordham is a quaint village and civil parish located in Norfolk, England. Known for its rural charm, this small community offers a unique blend of historical character and potential development opportunities, making it an interesting area for planning applications and local development projects. The settlement has a population of approximately 65 (2021 estimate). It sits within the King's Lynn and West Norfolk district.

Fordham covers an area of approximately 8.9 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 Fordham show an average sale price of £292,666, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

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

Planning Activity in Fordham

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Fordham. Of these, 33% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 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 Fordham.

At 66 days on average, decisions near Fordham slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Fordham were full planning applications (2), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 67% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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