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Planning in Mundesley

Approved
94%
73 of 76 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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Around Mundesley

Postcode districts

NR11 412 applications in the last 12 monthsNR28 162 applications in the last 12 monthsNR12 336 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: North Norfolk District Council

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About Mundesley

Mundesley is a picturesque coastal village and civil parish located in Norfolk, England. Situated 20 miles north-northeast of Norwich and just 7 miles southeast of Cromer, it offers a charming environment for potential development. The village is also conveniently positioned 6 miles north-northeast of North Walsham, making it an attractive option for planning applications in a scenic coastal setting. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,778 (2021 estimate). It sits within the North Norfolk district.

Mundesley covers an area of approximately 2.8 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Mundesley 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 Mundesley a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Mundesley has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Mundesley 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Mundesley, 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, 95 planning applications were submitted near Mundesley. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.

The most common types were tree works (28), full planning applications (20), outline applications (7). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Mundesley?
In the last 24 months, 95 planning applications were submitted near Mundesley. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near Mundesley?
The average planning decision time near Mundesley is 48 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 Mundesley?
The planning approval rate near Mundesley is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Mundesley?
The most common type of planning application near Mundesley is tree works applications, with 28 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Mundesley?
You can search and track planning applications near Mundesley on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.