North Elmham, Norfolk Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near North Elmham, Norfolk.
Norfolk · England · settlement
About North Elmham
North Elmham is a picturesque village and civil parish located in Norfolk, England, covering 7.41 square miles (19.2 km²) along the west bank of the River Wensum, approximately 5 miles (8 km) north of East Dereham. The parish, which includes the areas of Gateley and Broom Green, had a population of 1,433 according to the 2011 census, reflecting a slight increase from 1,428 in 2001. This charming community offers a blend of rural living and historical significance, making it a relevant area for planning applications and developments.
Population: 1,392 (2021) · Area: 19.2 km²
District: Breckland
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £308,200 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Breckland
- Parliamentary constituency: Mid Norfolk
- LSOA: Breckland 004B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near North Elmham.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near North Elmham.
- 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 Elmham based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
159 planning applications found near North Elmham.
- - 23 Holt Road, North Elmham, Dereham, Norfolk, NR20 5JA
Demolition of rear conservatory and erection of a single storey extension to the sides and rear, and erection of a front porch
Type: Full | Council: Breckland | Date: 2026-04-13
View full details - - Fortunes Well, 25 Holt Road, North Elmham, Dereham, Norfolk, NR20 5JA
Palm Tree - Removal
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Breckland | Date: 2026-03-19
View full details - - 49 Holt Road, North Elmham, Dereham, Norfolk, NR20 5JQ
T1- Cedrus - Reduce extended limbs by 1.5m and tidy compromised to to primary union T2- Salix - estimated height 18m bring down to around 10m primary unions T3 - Populus - Remove T4- Quercus Robur- es
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Breckland | Date: 2026-03-11
View full details - - Fortunes Well, 25 Holt Road, North Elmham, Dereham, Norfolk, NR20 5JA
Erection of a chalet-style roof with dormer windows to the existing bungalow to provide first-floor accommodation, together with a front extension and rear balcony.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Breckland | Date: 2026-01-29
View full details - - 55 Eastgate Street, North Elmham, Norfolk, NR20 5HE
proposed dwelling with car port and demolition of existing dwelling
Type: Full | Council: Breckland | Date: 2025-08-28
View full details - - Rackham House, 39 Holt Road, North Elmham, Dereham, Norfolk, NR20 5JQ
Oak (T1) - Crown lift canopy, leaving underside of canopy 3.5m above ground level. Lowest branches currently 1.5m above ground level. Magnolia (T2) - Crown lift canopy, leaving underside of canopy 2.5
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Breckland | Date: 2025-08-20
View full details - - 7 Eastgate Street, North Elmham, Dereham, Norfolk, NR20 5AB
Proposed Installation 14No PV solar panels to east, north & west roof elevations.
Status: Conditions | Type: Outline | Council: Breckland | Date: 2025-08-18
View full details - - Meadow End, 56 Holt Road, North Elmham, Dereham, Norfolk, NR20 5JQ
T1 Conifer – Fell, T2 Sycamore – Fell, these will be replaced by a Bay & a prunus and to lower the hedge by 30%
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Breckland | Date: 2025-04-08
View full details - - Oakridge, 26 Eastgate Street, North Elmham, Dereham, Norfolk, NR20 5HD
Replacement single storey rear extension.
Type: Full | Council: Breckland | Date: 2025-03-12
View full details - - 10 Oak Avenue, North Elmham, Dereham, Norfolk, NR20 5JL
Demolition of attached garage & erection of new single storey lean-to side extension, inc. re-modelling of interior, proposed first floor balcony (north elevation) & fenestration changes
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Breckland | Date: 2024-12-23
View full details - - Carolann, 95 Eastgate Street, North Elmham, Dereham, Norfolk, NR20 5HE
Eucalyptus tree that was pruned 3 years ago. This is an application to reduce the tree further as is has grown at high rate. It proposed to reduce the height by 7 meters, 3 meters past previous points
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Breckland | Date: 2024-12-21
View full details - - 16 Spencers Close, North Elmham, Dereham, Norfolk, NR20 5HX
T1- Salix matsudana, Pollard to 3m or to nearest growth points
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Breckland | Date: 2024-12-04
View full details - - Rackham House, 39 Holt Road, North Elmham, Dereham, Norfolk, NR20 5JQ
T1 - Lawson Cypress: Fell to ground level. T2 - Mulberry Tree: Fell to ground level. T3 - Apple Tree: Fell to ground. G1 - 2 Leylandii and one Spruce: Fell to ground level. G2 - Yew and Holly: Reduced
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Breckland | Date: 2024-11-27
View full details - - Dansdock House, 85 Eastgate Street, North Elmham, Dereham, Norfolk, NR20 5HE
Willow (tree located at the bottom of the garden). The base and first metre of stem have severe signs of rot. In order to try to save the tree we propose to reduce the height and width by a third to a
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Breckland | Date: 2024-10-28
View full details - - Vine Cottage, 91 Eastgate Street, North Elmham, Dereham, Norfolk, NR20 5HE
The application is to remove a Eucalyptus tree that is growing too fast for where it is located and is constantly causing issues with the drive and access. The application is to remove completely and
Type: Trees | Council: Breckland | Date: 2024-10-08
View full details - - 75 Eastgate Street NR20 5HE
Proposed installation of black larch wood feather edged cladding to front & rear elevations.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Breckland | Date: 2024-08-06
View full details - - The Longhouse 46 Eastgate Street NR20 5HD
Yew Tree- To trim back some branches as per photo, to clear the veteran Ash.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Breckland | Date: 2024-07-31
View full details - - 75 Eastgate Street NR20 5HE
T1: Scots pine (Pinus sylvestris). Fell T2: Scots pine (Pinus sylvestris). dominant stem with narrow bifurcation and crown bias towards dwelling. Fell
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Breckland | Date: 2024-07-25
View full details - - Campton Cottage, 93 Eastgate Street, North Elmham, Dereham, Norfolk, NR20 5HE
Ash tree Fell
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Breckland | Date: 2024-07-08
View full details - - Flint Cottage 87 Eastgate Street NR20 5HE
Silver Birch tree located on the edge of the boundary ; Re prune the tree and shape it. Reduce height by approximately 3 meters to the nearest pruning point and reduce width by 1.5 meters to the neare
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Breckland | Date: 2024-07-08
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A brief summary of North Elmham in Norfolk
North Elmham is a picturesque village and civil parish located in Norfolk, England, covering 7.41 square miles (19.2 km²) along the west bank of the River Wensum, approximately 5 miles (8 km) north of East Dereham. The parish, which includes the areas of Gateley and Broom Green, had a population of 1,433 according to the 2011 census, reflecting a slight increase from 1,428 in 2001. This charming community offers a blend of rural living and historical significance, making it a relevant area for planning applications and developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,392 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Breckland district.
North Elmham covers an area of approximately 19.2 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.
Property prices in North Elmham show an average sale price of £308,200, 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 Elmham a particularly low-crime area.
North Elmham has one conservation area within its boundaries: North Elmham. 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 North Elmham includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Wensum SSSI; 2 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): River Wensum. 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 North Elmham
In the last 24 months, 35 planning applications were submitted near North Elmham. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 25 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near North Elmham may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 25 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 Elmham were tree works (19), full planning applications (9), discharge of conditions (4). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.
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