How long do planning decisions take near Metton?

The average planning decision time near Metton is 35 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 Metton?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Metton?

The most common type of planning application near Metton is listed building consent applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Metton?

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Metton, Norfolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Metton, Norfolk.

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About Metton

Metton is a quaint village located in the North Norfolk district of England, now part of the parish of Sustead. Situated 2.1 km west of Roughton and 5.2 km south of Cromer, it offers a rural charm with a small population that was recorded as 86 in 1931. The village was officially merged into Sustead on 1 April 1935, making it an integral yet tranquil part of the area for planning applications and local developments.

District: Sustead

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Area Information

Admin district: Broadland
Parliamentary constituency: Broadland and Fakenham
LSOA: Broadland 001C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Metton.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Metton.

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 Metton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Metton.

- St Andrews Church Cromer Road Metton Norfolk
T1 - Ash, Crown Lift to approx 3.5m T2- Ash Crown Lift to approx 3.5m
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2026-01-27
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A brief summary of Metton in Norfolk

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Metton a particularly low-crime area.

Metton has one conservation area within its boundaries: Hanworth. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Metton includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Felbrigg Woods SSSI; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Norfolk Coast. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Metton

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Metton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 35 days.

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

The average decision time of 35 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Metton were listed building and heritage (3), tree works (1). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.

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