How long do planning decisions take near Paston?

The average planning decision time near Paston is 32 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 Paston?

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

How can I track planning applications near Paston?

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Paston, Norfolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Paston, Norfolk.

Norfolk · England · settlement

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

About Paston

Paston is a picturesque village and civil parish located in Norfolk, situated 4 miles northeast of North Walsham and 9.1 miles southeast of Cromer. Positioned along the coastal road connecting Mundesley and Bacton, it offers convenient access to nearby amenities. The village is 19.2 miles from Norwich, with the nearest railway station at North Walsham on the Bittern Line, and Norwich International Airport is the closest air travel hub. This strategic location makes Paston an appealing area for potential planning applications.

Population: 263 (2021) · Area: 5.7 km²

District: North Norfolk

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £328,090 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: North Norfolk
Parliamentary constituency: North Norfolk
LSOA: North Norfolk 012D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Paston.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Paston based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Paston.

- Caravan Site At Peacock Hall Vicarage Road Paston North Walsham Norfolk
Notification of proposed caravan rally under Paragraph 4 of the exemption certificate issued to us by Natural England (the caravan sites and control of development act 1960) from 6/7/2026 to 20/7/2026
Status: Permitted | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2026-01-12
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- The South Range Paston Great Barn Bacton Road Paston Norfolk
Temporary support and roof repairs, The South Range, Paston Great Barn, Bacton Road, Paston
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2023-12-22
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A brief summary of Paston in Norfolk

Paston covers an area of approximately 5.7 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 Paston show an average sale price of £328,090, 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 Paston a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Paston includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Paston Great Barn SSSI, Mundesley Cliffs SSSI; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Norfolk Coast; 2 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Paston Great Barn, Southern North Sea; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Greater Wash. 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 Paston

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Paston. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 32 days.

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

The average decision time of 32 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

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