How long do planning decisions take near Hillington?

The average planning decision time near Hillington is 67 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 Hillington?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Hillington?

The most common type of planning application near Hillington is discharge of conditions, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Hillington?

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Hillington, Norfolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hillington, Norfolk.

Norfolk · England · settlement

Planning applications in Hillington 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 Hillington

Population: 299 (2021) · Area: 10.3 km²

District: King's Lynn and West Norfolk

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £319,605 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: King's Lynn and West Norfolk
Parliamentary constituency: North West Norfolk
LSOA: King's Lynn and West Norfolk 003A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Hillington.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Hillington based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Hillington.

- Land S of 14 And 15 Pasture Close Hillington Norfolk
Variation of conditions 1,2,4 and 5 of planning permission 24/01328/RM - Application for reserved matters. Access, layout, scale, appearance and landscaping for five dwellings
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Kings Lynn | Date: 2025-12-22
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- Land S of 14 And 15 Pasture Close Hillington Norfolk
DISCHARGE OF CONDITIONS 5, 6, 7, 8 AND 9 FROM PLANNING PERMISSION 21/02371/O - Outline Application: Site for construction of residential properties
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Kings Lynn | Date: 2025-12-19
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- The Ffolkes Arms Hotel Lynn Road Hillington King's Lynn Norfolk PE31 6BJ
DISCHARGE OF CONDITIONS 8 AND 14 FROM PLANNING PERMISSION 24/00253/FM - New spa facilities, relocation of staff car park and alteration to current external circulation to the existing courtyard hotel
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Kings Lynn | Date: 2025-08-22
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- The Old Barn Lynn Road Hillington King's Lynn Norfolk PE31 6BJ
Listed Building Application for: Removal of roof window to curtilage listed and historically converted outbuilding incorporating internal alterations to form creation of annex and internal alterations
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Kings Lynn | Date: 2025-04-16
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- The Ffolkes Arms Hotel Lynn Road Hillington King's Lynn Norfolk PE31 6BJ
DISCHARGE OF CONDITIONS 5 AND 7 FROM PLANNING PERMISSION 24/00253/FM - New spa facilities, relocation of staff car park and alteration to current external circulation to the existing courtyard hotel r
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Kings Lynn | Date: 2025-02-03
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A brief summary of Hillington in Norfolk

Hillington is a charming village and civil parish located in Norfolk, England. It offers a unique blend of rural tranquility and community spirit, making it an appealing area for potential development and planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 299 (2021 estimate). It sits within the King's Lynn and West Norfolk district.

Hillington covers an area of approximately 10.3 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 Hillington show an average sale price of £319,605, 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 Hillington a particularly low-crime area.

Hillington has one conservation area within its boundaries: Flitcham. 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 Hillington includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Hillington

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Hillington. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 67 days.

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

At 67 days on average, decisions near Hillington slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Hillington were discharge of conditions (3), full planning applications (2), listed building and heritage (1).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 0 were dismissed.

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