What types of planning applications are most common near Hilborough?

The most common type of planning application near Hilborough is discharge of conditions, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Hilborough, Norfolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hilborough, Norfolk.

Norfolk · England · settlement

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About Hilborough

Hilborough is a village and civil parish located in Norfolk, England, which encompasses the nearby area of Bodney. This rural community offers a blend of residential and agricultural land, making it relevant for those researching planning applications in the region.

Population: 208 (2021) · Area: 24.1 km²

District: Breckland

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £273,973 (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 019E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Hilborough based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Hilborough.

- 28 Westgate Street, Hilborough, Thetford, Norfolk, IP26 5BN
Discharge of Condition 12 on PP 3PL/2023/1212/F
Type: Conditions | Council: Breckland | Date: 2026-04-15
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- 28 Westgate Street, Hilborough, Thetford, Norfolk, IP26 5BN
Discharge of Conditions 3 & 4 on PP 3PL/2023/1212/F
Type: Conditions | Council: Breckland | Date: 2026-03-20
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- Development Plot 582147 300293 Westgate Street, Hilborough, Norfolk,
Proposed New two-storey residential dwelling and creation of new vehicular access.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Breckland | Date: 2023-12-20
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- Swallows Nest 5 Walnut Drive IP26 5BG
T1 - The sectional felling of two Sycamore trees leaving the stumps approximately 150mm above existing soil levels. Stump to be treated using Eco Plugs to stop regeneration. Fell because trees are gro
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Breckland | Date: 2023-09-17
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A brief summary of Hilborough in Norfolk

Hilborough covers an area of approximately 24.1 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 Hilborough show an average sale price of £273,973, 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 Hilborough a particularly low-crime area.

Hilborough has one conservation area within its boundaries: Hilborough. 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 Hilborough includes 4 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Field Barn Heaths, Hilborough SSSI, Hooks Well Meadows, Great Cressingham SSSI, Breckland Forest SSSI and 1 more; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Breckland; 7 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Breckland. 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 Hilborough

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Hilborough.

The most common application types near Hilborough were discharge of conditions (2).

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