Hunworth, Norfolk Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Hunworth, Norfolk.
Norfolk · England · settlement
Planning applications in Hunworth are administered by Breckland District Council. View the full Breckland District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Hunworth
Hunworth, located in Norfolk, is a charming village that was once a civil parish but now falls under the jurisdiction of the parish of Stody. Its rural setting and community character make it a relevant area for those interested in local planning applications and development opportunities.
District: Stody
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £345,530 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: North Norfolk
- Parliamentary constituency: North Norfolk
- LSOA: North Norfolk 008B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Hunworth.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Hunworth.
- 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 Hunworth based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
5 planning applications found near Hunworth.
- - Opposite The Entrance To Hunworth Hall Kings Street Hunworth Norfolk
5 day removal notice on a dead Oak tree due to safety reasons
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2026-05-31
View full details - - Plant House Stody Road Hunworth Melton Constable Norfolk NR24 2EQ
Discharge of conditions 3 (cement render) & 4 (structural method statement for north-facing gable) of listed building consent LA/25/0889 (Works to repair gable end wall following kerosene oil spill fr
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2025-09-19
View full details - - Hunybeach Stody Road Hunworth Melton Constable Norfolk NR24 2EQ
Conversion and extension of existing detached garage to form car port and home office store and studio
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2025-02-05
View full details - - Hunworth Mill Thornage Road Hunworth Melton Constable Norfolk NR24 2EQ
Proposal to strip out and re-instate floor finishes and plaster work to to walls. Re-state like for like, following flood damage to ground floor
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2024-01-21
View full details - - Church Barn Stody Road Hunworth Melton Constable Norfolk NR24 2EQ
Certificate of lawful development for existing use of building as a dwelling without complying with condition 4 of planning permission 01 981515 restricting occupation to holiday purposes only
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2023-11-13
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A brief summary of Hunworth in Norfolk
Hunworth, located in Norfolk, is a charming village that was once a civil parish but now falls under the jurisdiction of the parish of Stody. Its rural setting and community character make it a relevant area for those interested in local planning applications and development opportunities. It sits within the Stody district.
Property prices in Hunworth show an average sale price of £345,530, 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 Hunworth a particularly low-crime area.
Hunworth has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Hunworth, Glaven Valley. 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.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Hunworth includes 3 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Hunworth planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.
Planning Activity in Hunworth
In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Hunworth. 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 Hunworth 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 Hunworth were tree works (4), full planning applications (1), discharge of conditions (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
Nearby Towns
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.