New Rackheath, Norfolk Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near New Rackheath, Norfolk.
Norfolk · England · settlement
Planning applications in New Rackheath are administered by Broadland District Council. View the full Broadland District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About New Rackheath
Rackheath is a village and civil parish located approximately 6 miles northeast of Norwich in Norfolk. Spanning an area of 7.52 km², it has seen population growth from 1,551 residents in 2001 to 1,972 in 2011. Falling under the jurisdiction of the Broadland district, Rackheath is also notable for its proposed eco-town development, making it a key area for potential planning applications.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Broadland
- Parliamentary constituency: Broadland and Fakenham
- LSOA: Broadland 018D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near New Rackheath.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near New Rackheath.
- 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 New Rackheath based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
23 planning applications found near New Rackheath.
- - 13 Bernard Close Rackheath Norfolk NR13 6QS
T1 Ash - Raise crown to a height of around 5m on the western aspect by removing the 2 lowest branches. T2- Cherry - Raise crown to a height of around 5m on the western aspect.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2026-05-27
View full details - - Land Opp 2 Gatehouse Broad Lane Little Plumstead Norfolk
Details of conditions 7, 12, 13, 15, 17, 19, 20, 21, 25 and 26 of 2024/3250 - civils details, external lighting, ASHP details, noise impact, contamination, hard and soft landscaping, hydrant, ecologic
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2026-03-06
View full details - - Verge At Salhouse Road Rackheath Norfolk
The erection of one carriageway sign to advertise the upcoming development of 338 new homes at Hopewell Park, Old Catton
Status: Conditions | Type: Advertising | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2025-12-02
View full details - - Maryland 53 Green Lane East Rackheath Norfolk NR13 6QL
Single storey rear and side extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2025-11-05
View full details - - 41 Lonsdale Road Rackheath Norfolk NR13 6QW
Non-material amendment of 2025/0097 - Change roof tiles from slate to 'Cley neo sandfort'
Status: Conditions | Type: Amendment | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2025-07-18
View full details - - 10 Willoughby Way Rackheath Norfolk NR13 6SL
Proposed single storey rear extension, extending 5.40m from the rear wall of the original dwelling house, with a maximum height of 3.05m and an eaves height of 2.90m
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2025-05-31
View full details - - 11 Green Lane East Rackheath Norfolk NR13 6QJ
Singe-storey rear extension, and new single garage
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2025-05-06
View full details - - 57 Vera Road Rackheath Norfolk NR13 6QN
Self build replacement dwelling
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2025-03-10
View full details - - 33 Lonsdale Road Rackheath Norfolk NR13 6QW
Infill extension and porch
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2025-01-29
View full details - - Land Opp 2 Gatehouse Broad Lane Little Plumstead Norfolk
New pharmacy and care hub with associated parking
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2024-10-31
View full details - - 10 Vera Close Rackheath Norfolk NR13 6QR
T1 Ash - Reduce spread from 14m to 11.5m, no height reduction, works to remove overhang from property
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2024-10-02
View full details - - Land Off Green Lane West Rackheath Norfolk NR13 6PG
Details of condition 16 (southern phase) of 20210472 - highway improvement works
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2024-09-16
View full details - - Land At Green Lane East Green Lane East Rackheath Norfolk
Details of conditions 3 5 & 7 of 20221051 - (3) traffic regulation order (5) cycle parking (7) materials
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2024-07-10
View full details - - Land At Green Lane West Little Plumstead Norfolk
Reserved Matters of layout, scale, appearance and landscaping in relation to the erection of a 92-unit extra care independent living facility (Use Class C3) and associated development following outlin
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2024-06-18
View full details - - Land At Green Lane East Green Lane East Rackheath Norfolk
Non material amendment of 20221051 - changes to plans
Status: Conditions | Type: Amendment | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2024-06-11
View full details - - Land Off Green Lane West Rackheath Norfolk NR13 6PG
Application for certificate of appropriate alternative development under S.17 as substituted by S.63 of the planning and compensation act 1961 (373 dwellings and associated works (road infrastructure,
Status: Conditions | Type: Amendment | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2024-03-13
View full details - - Land At Green Lane East Green Lane East Rackheath Norfolk
Full discharge of condition 8 (surface water flow paths and hydraulic modelling) of 20221051 (relates to Medical Centre)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2024-01-31
View full details - - 2 Tagg Way Rackheath Norfolk NR13 6SQ
Certificate of lawful use for a proposed single storey rear extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Outline | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2023-09-02
View full details - - Land At Green Lane West Green Lane West Rackheath Norfolk
Details reserved by condition 11 of planning permission 20210472 - details of roads, footpaths and cycleways
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2023-04-17
View full details - - Rose Gables 8 Bernard Close Rackheath NR13 6QS
Single storey extension with rooflights. Retrofit to existing single garage with a proposed pergola and associated landscape works.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2023-01-16
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A brief summary of New Rackheath in Norfolk
Rackheath is a village and civil parish located approximately 6 miles northeast of Norwich in Norfolk. Spanning an area of 7.52 km², it has seen population growth from 1,551 residents in 2001 to 1,972 in 2011. Falling under the jurisdiction of the Broadland district, Rackheath is also notable for its proposed eco-town development, making it a key area for potential planning applications.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes New Rackheath a particularly low-crime area.
New Rackheath has one conservation area within its boundaries: Thorpe End Garden Village. 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 New Rackheath includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
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.
Planning Activity in New Rackheath
In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near New Rackheath. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 97 days.
This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near New Rackheath.
With an average of 97 days, decisions near New Rackheath take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.
The most common application types near New Rackheath were full planning applications (7), discharge of conditions (5), outline applications (3). Full planning applications account for 35% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 2 medium-scale applications, 17 smaller schemes were submitted.
4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (50% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.
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