How long do planning decisions take near Houghton St Giles?

The average planning decision time near Houghton St Giles is 45 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 Houghton St Giles?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Houghton St Giles?

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

How can I track planning applications near Houghton St Giles?

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Houghton St Giles, Norfolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Houghton St Giles, Norfolk.

Norfolk · England · settlement

Planning applications in Houghton St Giles are administered by North Norfolk District Council. View the full North Norfolk District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Houghton St Giles

Houghton St Giles is a village located in Norfolk, England, now part of the parish of Barsham. Historically known as Houghton-le-Dale or Houghton-in-the-Hole, this former civil parish offers a unique blend of rural charm and community character, making it a noteworthy area for planning applications and development considerations.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £849,755 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: North Norfolk
Parliamentary constituency: Broadland and Fakenham
LSOA: North Norfolk 009B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Houghton St Giles.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Houghton St Giles.

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 Houghton St Giles based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Houghton St Giles.

TW/26/1300 - The Old Buck Fakenham Road Houghton St. Giles Walsingham Norfolk NR22 6AQ
T1 - Eucalyptus - 2m all over reduction and extended limbs to suit T2 - Boundary Beech - 2m reduction of extended limbs on south west facing side T3 - Boundary Oak - 1.5m reduction of the extended lim
Status: Undecided | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2026-06-18
- The Old Buck Fakenham Road Houghton St. Giles Walsingham Norfolk NR22 6AQ
T1 - Eucalyptus - 2m all over reduction and extended limbs to suit T2 - Boundary Beech - 2m reduction of extended limbs on south west facing side T3 - Boundary Oak - 1.5m reduction of the extended lim
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2026-06-17
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- 122 Fakenham Road Houghton St. Giles Walsingham Norfolk NR22 6AQ
To remove a multi stemmed Ash
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2026-02-10
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- Hawthorn Cottage 113 Fakenham Road Houghton St. Giles Walsingham Norfolk NR22 6AH
Erection of single storey dwelling, to replace fire damaged property (self build)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2026-02-06
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- Barns And Stables At Houghton Farm Fakenham Road Houghton St. Giles Norfolk
Grey Poplar fell to clear building, either 2 or single multi-stem Ash fell, as leaning on asbestos building and Sycamore fell to prevent damage to building
Status: Unresolved | Type: Trees | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2024-05-10
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A brief summary of Houghton St Giles in Norfolk

Property prices in Houghton St Giles show an average sale price of £849,755, 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 Houghton St Giles a particularly low-crime area.

Houghton St Giles has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Walsingham, East Barsham, Houghton St Giles. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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.

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Planning Activity in Houghton St Giles

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Houghton St Giles. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 days.

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

The average decision time of 45 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Houghton St Giles were full planning applications (2), tree works (2). Full planning applications account for 40% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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