How long do planning decisions take near Oxnead?

The average planning decision time near Oxnead is 17 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 Oxnead?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Oxnead?

The most common type of planning application near Oxnead is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Oxnead?

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Oxnead, Norfolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Oxnead, Norfolk.

Norfolk · England · settlement

Planning applications in Oxnead are administered by Broadland District Council. View the full Broadland District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Oxnead

Oxnead, a former civil parish now incorporated into Brampton in Norfolk's Broadland district, is located approximately three miles south-east of Aylsham. Today, it is characterized by the historic St Michael's Church and Oxnead Hall, which served as the Paston family's primary residence from 1597 until 1732. Notably, during the tenure of Sir William Paston, the area became a hub for architectural works by renowned master-mason Nicholas Stone, highlighting its historical significance for planning applications in the region. In 1931, Oxnead had a population of just 66 residents.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £289,990 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Broadland
Parliamentary constituency: Broadland and Fakenham
LSOA: Broadland 001E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Oxnead.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Oxnead based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Oxnead in Norfolk

Property prices in Oxnead show an average sale price of £289,990, 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 Oxnead a particularly low-crime area.

Oxnead has one conservation area within its boundaries: Burgh next Aylsham. 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.

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Planning Activity in Oxnead

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Oxnead. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 17 days.

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

The average decision time of 17 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Oxnead were full planning applications (1), listed building and heritage (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 25% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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