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Planning in Hemsby

Approved
75%
21 of 25 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Hemsby in the last 24 months, from Great Yarmouth Borough Council's planning register.

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About Hemsby

Hemsby is a coastal village and civil parish located in the Borough of Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, England. Positioned approximately 8 miles (13 km) north-west of Great Yarmouth, Hemsby offers a unique blend of seaside charm and potential for development, making it an area of interest for planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 3,567 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Great Yarmouth district.

Hemsby covers an area of approximately 7.1 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 Hemsby show an average sale price of £231,129, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Hemsby 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 Hemsby a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Hemsby has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Hemsby 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 Hemsby, 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, 35 planning applications were submitted near Hemsby. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (11), tree works (9), telecoms (6). 5 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Hemsby?
In the last 24 months, 35 planning applications were submitted near Hemsby. The approval rate is 75%.
How long do planning decisions take near Hemsby?
The average planning decision time near Hemsby 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 Hemsby?
The planning approval rate near Hemsby is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Hemsby?
The most common type of planning application near Hemsby is full planning applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Hemsby?
You can search and track planning applications near Hemsby on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.