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Planning in New Rackheath

Approved
90%
28 of 29 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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About New Rackheath

New Rackheath is a settlement located in Norfolk, England.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes New Rackheath a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around New Rackheath has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, New Rackheath 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 New Rackheath, 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, 45 planning applications were submitted near New Rackheath. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 68 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (17), discharge of conditions (8), amendments (8). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (67% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near New Rackheath?
In the last 24 months, 45 planning applications were submitted near New Rackheath. The approval rate is 90%.
How long do planning decisions take near New Rackheath?
The average planning decision time near New Rackheath is 68 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 New Rackheath?
The planning approval rate near New Rackheath is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near New Rackheath?
The most common type of planning application near New Rackheath is full planning applications, with 17 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near New Rackheath?
You can search and track planning applications near New Rackheath on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.