How long do planning decisions take near Marshland St James?

The average planning decision time near Marshland St James is 52 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 Marshland St James?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Marshland St James?

The most common type of planning application near Marshland St James is outline applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Marshland St James?

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Marshland St James, Norfolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Marshland St James, Norfolk.

Norfolk · England · settlement

Planning applications in Marshland St James 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 Marshland St James

Marshland St James is a village and civil parish located in Norfolk, covering an area of 25.69 km². As of the 2011 Census, the population is recorded at 1,209 residents across 456 households, reflecting a modest increase since 2001. This area is administered under the King's Lynn and West Norfolk district, making it an essential consideration for anyone looking into planning applications in the region.

Population: 1,431 (2021) · Area: 25.7 km²

District: King's Lynn and West Norfolk

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £244,560 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: King's Lynn and West Norfolk
Parliamentary constituency: South West Norfolk
LSOA: King's Lynn and West Norfolk 016A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Marshland St James.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Marshland St James.

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 Marshland St James based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Marshland St James in Norfolk

Marshland St James covers an area of approximately 25.7 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 Marshland St James show an average sale price of £244,560, 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 Marshland St James a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Marshland St James

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Marshland St James. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.

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

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 Marshland St James were outline applications (2), full planning applications (1).

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