How long do planning decisions take near Hickling?

The average planning decision time near Hickling is 76 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 Hickling?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Hickling?

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

How can I track planning applications near Hickling?

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Hickling, Norfolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hickling, Norfolk.

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About Hickling

Hickling is a village and civil parish located in Norfolk, England, approximately 22 miles southeast of Cromer and 20.3 miles northeast of Norwich. Situated just 3 miles east of Stalham, it offers a rural setting with access to nearby transport links, including the Worstead railway station on the Bittern Line, connecting Sheringham, Cromer, and Norwich. This makes Hickling a relevant area for those considering planning applications in a tranquil yet accessible part of Norfolk.

Population: 949 (2021)

District: North Norfolk

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Area Information

Admin district: North Norfolk
Parliamentary constituency: North Norfolk
LSOA: North Norfolk 014B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Hickling.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Hickling based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Hickling.

- Sunflower Cottages Stubb Road Hickling Norwich Norfolk NR12 0YS
Conversion of detached garage to single dwelling (Class C3), with erection of single storey extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2025-04-22
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- Old Chapel Cottage Stubb Road Hickling Norwich Norfolk NR12 0YS
Erection of single storey front/side extension
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2024-04-01
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- The Gables Stubb Road Hickling Norwich Norfolk NR12 0YS
Erection of single storey side/rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2024-02-23
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A brief summary of Hickling in Norfolk

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

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Hickling includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Priory Meadows, Hickling SSSI, Upper Thurne Broads and Marshes SSSI; 2 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): The Broads; 2 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Broadland; 2 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Broadland; 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 Hickling

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Hickling. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 76 days.

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

The average decision period of 76 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.

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

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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