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Planning in King's Lynn

Approved
89%
201 of 218 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of King's Lynn in the last 24 months, from King's Lynn and West Norfolk Borough Council's planning register.

Decided by King's Lynn and West Norfolk Borough CouncilCouncil page

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About King's Lynn

King's Lynn is a historic port and market town located in the borough of King's Lynn and West Norfolk, England. Situated approximately 36 miles northeast of Peterborough and 44 miles from both Cambridge and Norwich, it lies about 5 miles inland from The Wash estuary. The town, formerly known as Bishop's Lynn until 1537, offers a rich context for planning applications, given its strategic location and historical significance. It sits within the King's Lynn and West Norfolk district.

Property prices in King's Lynn show an average sale price of £314,830, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the King's Lynn area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes King's Lynn a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, King's Lynn 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near King's Lynn, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 278 planning applications were submitted near King's Lynn. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (66), discharge of conditions (47), listed building and heritage (42). 4 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 3 were dismissed (25% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near King's Lynn?
In the last 24 months, 278 planning applications were submitted near King's Lynn. The approval rate is 89%.
How long do planning decisions take near King's Lynn?
The average planning decision time near King's Lynn is 55 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 King's Lynn?
The planning approval rate near King's Lynn is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near King's Lynn?
The most common type of planning application near King's Lynn is full planning applications, with 66 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near King's Lynn?
You can search and track planning applications near King's Lynn on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.