Hockwold cum Wilton, Norfolk Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Hockwold cum Wilton, Norfolk.
Norfolk · England · settlement
Planning applications in Hockwold cum Wilton 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 Hockwold cum Wilton
Hockwold cum Wilton is a civil parish and village located in Norfolk, England. Known for its rural charm, the area offers a mix of residential and agricultural land, making it a relevant focus for planning applications related to housing development and land use in the region.
Population: 1,305 (2021) · Area: 31.1 km²
District: King's Lynn and West Norfolk
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £261,890 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Breckland
- Parliamentary constituency: South West Norfolk
- LSOA: Breckland 012B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Hockwold cum Wilton.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Hockwold cum Wilton.
- 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 Hockwold cum Wilton based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
7 planning applications found near Hockwold cum Wilton.
- - Newhaven 11 Nursery Lane Hockwold cum Wilton Thetford Norfolk IP26 4ND
Single storey rear extension which extends beyond the rear wall by 5.5 metres with a maximum height of 2.77 metres and a height of 2.57 metres to the eaves
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Kings Lynn | Date: 2026-04-01
View full details - - Nursery Cottage 2 Nursery Lane Hockwold cum Wilton Thetford Norfolk IP26 4ND
DISCHARGE OF CONDITION 3 FROM PLANNING PERMISSION 23/00616/F - Create new vehicular access by extending existing culvert (see photograph A) using Norse Highways. Plan shows where access is required. P
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Kings Lynn | Date: 2026-02-06
View full details - - Cindra 31 South Street Hockwold cum Wilton Thetford Norfolk IP26 4JG
2/TPO/00558: The TPO'd tree in question has been identified incorrectly, it isn't a Judas Tree (Cercis), it is a Locust Tree ( Robinia).T1, Robinia Height 15m, spread 6m, proposed work is to carry out
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Kings Lynn | Date: 2026-01-20
View full details - - Street Record Adders Lane Hockwold cum Wilton Norfolk
NOTIFICATION UNDER THE ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATION CODE- The Electronic Communications Code (Conditions and restrictions) Regulations 2003 (as amended). Regulation 5 Notice of Intention to Install Fixed
Status: Permitted | Council: Kings Lynn | Date: 2025-05-27
View full details - - The Old Post Office 2 South Street Hockwold cum Wilton Thetford Norfolk IP26 4JG
HOUSEHOLDER -Single storey rear extension to existing house
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Kings Lynn | Date: 2025-01-20
View full details - - Lawn Villa 131 Main Street Hockwold cum Wilton Thetford Norfolk IP26 4LX
T1 - Norway Spruce - Fell T2 - Yew - Fell & Replace T3 - Holly - Fell & Repace T4 - Lilac(white) - Fell & Repace T5 - Dogwood - Fell & Repace T6 - Lilac (purple) - Prune/pollard - T7 Fig -Fell & Repac
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Kings Lynn | Date: 2024-06-13
View full details - - 8 Pearces Close Hockwold cum Wilton Thetford Norfolk IP26 4LU
NON-MATERIAL AMENDMENT TO PLANNING PERMISSION 23/01168/F: Two storey rear extension and front porch
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Kings Lynn | Date: 2023-11-24
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A brief summary of Hockwold cum Wilton in Norfolk
Hockwold cum Wilton is a civil parish and village located in Norfolk, England. Known for its rural charm, the area offers a mix of residential and agricultural land, making it a relevant focus for planning applications related to housing development and land use in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,305 (2021 estimate). It sits within the King's Lynn and West Norfolk district.
Hockwold cum Wilton covers an area of approximately 31.1 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 Hockwold cum Wilton show an average sale price of £261,890, 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 Hockwold cum Wilton a particularly low-crime area.
Hockwold cum Wilton has one conservation area within its boundaries: Hockwold cum Wilton. 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 Hockwold cum Wilton includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Breckland Forest SSSI, Breckland Farmland SSSI; 4 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 Hockwold cum Wilton
In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Hockwold cum Wilton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 43 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Hockwold cum Wilton may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 43 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Hockwold cum Wilton were tree works (2), full planning applications (1), outline applications (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
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