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Planning in Outwell

Approved
90%
37 of 39 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Outwell in the last 24 months, from King's Lynn and West Norfolk Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Outwell

Postcode districts

PE14 191 applications in the last 12 monthsPE13 188 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: King's Lynn and West Norfolk Borough Council

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About Outwell

Outwell is a village and civil parish located within the borough of King's Lynn and West Norfolk in Norfolk, England. Its unique status as a civil parish makes it a notable area for those researching planning applications and local development opportunities. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,287 (2021 estimate). It sits within the King's Lynn and West Norfolk district.

Outwell covers an area of approximately 12.2 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 Outwell show an average sale price of £255,379, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Outwell 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 Outwell 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, Outwell 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 Outwell, 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, 44 planning applications were submitted near Outwell. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (18), tree works (8), discharge of conditions (7). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Outwell?
In the last 24 months, 44 planning applications were submitted near Outwell. The approval rate is 90%.
How long do planning decisions take near Outwell?
The average planning decision time near Outwell is 51 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 Outwell?
The planning approval rate near Outwell is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Outwell?
The most common type of planning application near Outwell is full planning applications, with 18 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Outwell?
You can search and track planning applications near Outwell on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.