Little Walsingham, Norfolk Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Little Walsingham, Norfolk.
Norfolk · England · settlement
Planning applications in Little Walsingham are administered by North Norfolk District Council. View the full North Norfolk District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Little Walsingham
Little Walsingham is a civil parish in North Norfolk, England, renowned for its religious shrines dedicated to Mary, mother of Jesus, making it a significant site for pilgrimage. The area also features the ruins of two medieval monastic houses, reflecting its rich historical heritage. Located 27 miles northwest of Norwich and around 26 miles northeast of King's Lynn, Little Walsingham presents a unique blend of cultural and historical significance for those exploring planning applications in the region.
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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 Little Walsingham.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Little Walsingham.
- 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 Little Walsingham based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
17 planning applications found near Little Walsingham.
- TW/26/1212 - The Old Gatehouse 1 - 3 High Street Walsingham Norfolk NR22 6BY
T1 - Silver Birch, Remove - T2 - Silver Birch, Reduce height by 3m, from 12m to 9m.
Status: Undecided | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2026-06-05 - - Stonegate Farm Barn Egmere Road Walsingham Norfolk NR22 6BS
Consultation on New Premises Licence Application (Sale of Alcohol Off Premises)
Status: Undecided | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2026-06-03
View full details - - St Bernard 2C Knight Street Walsingham Norfolk NR22 6DA
Internal alterations
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2026-05-11
View full details - - Hospice Of Our Lady Common Place Walsingham Norfolk NR22 6BP
Alterations to provide en-suite shower rooms to bedrooms, new stair to replace existing, window replacement and secondary glazing, replacement conservation rooflights, re-roofing including addition of
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2026-05-01
View full details - - Hospice Of Our Lady Common Place Walsingham Norfolk NR22 6BP
Internal and external works to 'Stella Maris' building to provide en-suite shower rooms to bedrooms, new stair to replace existing modern stair, some window replacement and secondary glazing, replacem
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2026-05-01
View full details - - 11 - 13 High Street Walsingham Norfolk NR22 6BY
Works associated with installation of two rooflights in single storey lean-to extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2026-03-03
View full details - - The Abbey Sunk Road Walsingham Norfolk NR22 6DQ
Works to the undercroft comprising addition of lead flashings on string course and parapets, and making good of stonework following the removal of iron cramps
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2026-02-20
View full details - - 31 High Street Walsingham Norfolk NR22 6BZ
Installation of proposed stairlift and regularisation of replacement staircase
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2026-02-10
View full details - - Remains Of St Marys Priory Sunk Road Walsingham Norfolk
T1 - Common Lime (0138), Remove - T2 -Common Lime (0139), Sever Ivy to enable detailed inspection within 1 month - T3 - English Oak (0004), Prune Back to Suitable Growth Point - south and southeast ex
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2026-02-06
View full details - - 11 - 13 High Street Walsingham Norfolk NR22 6BY
Installation of two rooflights in single storey lean-to extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2026-02-06
View full details - - Guild House 1 Guild Street Walsingham Norfolk NR22 6BU
Discharge of conditions 3 (historic building recording), 5 (flintwork panel) & 7 (brick sample) of listed building consent LA/25/2633 (Repairs and strengthening works including structural repairs to s
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2026-02-05
View full details - - The Old Coach House Cokers Hill Walsingham Norfolk NR22 6BN
See proposed works detailed in the Tree Survey Report dated 19/09/2025.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2025-09-22
View full details - - The Dowry House Chapel (at Rear) 47 High Street Walsingham Norfolk NR22 6BZ
Proposed cupboard in Dowry House Chapel building
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2025-09-18
View full details - - 2 Church Street Walsingham Norfolk NR22 6BL
Sycamore - Remove and treat roots of sycamore on property boundary line to be removed as causing damage to fence, drains, extensive shading to property and gardens. Prune to reduce height and width of
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2025-09-12
View full details - - 2E Knight Street Walsingham Norfolk NR22 6DA
Poplar tree to crown lift to give 2m clearance of built structures, tip reduction by 1m, reduction of lateral extension of outcrop toward house to existing canopy line, removal of crossing branch
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2025-05-28
View full details - - St James Cottage 18 Bridewell Street Walsingham Norfolk NR22 6BJ
Erection of a two storey detached dwelling within rear garden area of 18 Bridewell Street
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2024-12-11
View full details - - 9 Common Place Walsingham Norfolk NR22 6BP
Internal alterations to facilitate change of use from dwelling (C3) to office space (E(g)(i))
Status: Permitted | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2024-05-16
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A brief summary of Little Walsingham in Norfolk
Little Walsingham is a civil parish in North Norfolk, England, renowned for its religious shrines dedicated to Mary, mother of Jesus, making it a significant site for pilgrimage. The area also features the ruins of two medieval monastic houses, reflecting its rich historical heritage. Located 27 miles northwest of Norwich and around 26 miles northeast of King's Lynn, Little Walsingham presents a unique blend of cultural and historical significance for those exploring planning applications in the region.
Property prices in Little Walsingham 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 Little Walsingham a particularly low-crime area.
Little Walsingham has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Walsingham, 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Little Walsingham 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 Little Walsingham
In the last 24 months, 23 planning applications were submitted near Little Walsingham. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.
This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Little Walsingham.
The average decision time of 52 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Little Walsingham were full planning applications (6), listed building and heritage (6), tree works (5). Full planning applications account for 26% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- Great Walsingham planning applications
- Houghton St Giles planning applications
- Great Snoring planning applications
- North Barsham planning applications
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