How long do planning decisions take near North Barsham?

The average planning decision time near North Barsham is 45 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 North Barsham?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near North Barsham?

The most common type of planning application near North Barsham is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near North Barsham?

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North Barsham, Norfolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near North Barsham, Norfolk.

Norfolk · England · settlement

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About North Barsham

North Barsham is a village located in the North Norfolk district of England, now part of the parish of Barsham. Historically a separate civil parish, it had a population of 79 in 1931, reflecting its small, rural character. This tranquil village offers potential for planning applications related to residential development and local amenities.

District: Barsham

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £858,340 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: North Norfolk
Parliamentary constituency: Broadland and Fakenham
LSOA: North Norfolk 009B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near North Barsham.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 North Barsham based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near North Barsham.

- The Old Rectory Walsingham Road North Barsham Walsingham Norfolk NR22 6AN
Proposed ground works as part of external landscaping including formation of a pond and re-levelling of ground to northeast of the house on a amphitheatre form
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2023-12-13
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A brief summary of North Barsham in Norfolk

Property prices in North Barsham show an average sale price of £858,340, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

North Barsham has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: East Barsham, Houghton St Giles. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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.

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Planning Activity in North Barsham

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near North Barsham. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 days.

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

The average decision time of 45 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near North Barsham were full planning applications (2), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 67% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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