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Planning in Melton Constable

Approved
82%
9 of 10 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Melton Constable in the last 24 months, from North Norfolk District Council's planning register.

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About Melton Constable

Melton Constable is a village and civil parish located in the North Norfolk district of England, encompassing an area of 6.96 km². With a population that grew from 518 in 2001 to 618 in 2011, the village is situated on elevated ground southwest of Holt. For planning purposes, it falls under the jurisdiction of the North Norfolk local government. The settlement has a population of approximately 613 (2021 estimate). It sits within the North Norfolk district.

Melton Constable covers an area of approximately 7.0 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 Melton Constable show an average sale price of £345,530, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Melton Constable 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 Melton Constable 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, Melton Constable 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 Melton Constable, 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, 21 planning applications were submitted near Melton Constable. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (3), outline applications (3), listed building and heritage (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Melton Constable?
In the last 24 months, 21 planning applications were submitted near Melton Constable. The approval rate is 82%.
How long do planning decisions take near Melton Constable?
The average planning decision time near Melton Constable is 50 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 Melton Constable?
The planning approval rate near Melton Constable is 82%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Melton Constable?
The most common type of planning application near Melton Constable is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Melton Constable?
You can search and track planning applications near Melton Constable on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.