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Planning in Old Buckenham

Only 7 decisions near Old Buckenham in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Old Buckenham in the last 24 months, from Breckland District Council's planning register.

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About Old Buckenham

Old Buckenham is a village and civil parish located in Norfolk, England, situated around 29 km (18 miles) southwest of Norwich. This quaint community is characterized by its rural charm and may present various planning opportunities for residential and commercial development, making it a focus for those researching local planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,302 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Breckland district.

Old Buckenham covers an area of approximately 20.1 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 Old Buckenham show an average sale price of £306,955, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Old Buckenham 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 Old Buckenham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Old Buckenham, 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, 19 planning applications were submitted near Old Buckenham.

The most common types were full planning applications (4), discharge of conditions (4), outline applications (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Old Buckenham?
In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Old Buckenham.
What types of planning applications are most common near Old Buckenham?
The most common type of planning application near Old Buckenham is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Old Buckenham?
You can search and track planning applications near Old Buckenham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.