Pulham St Mary, Norfolk Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Pulham St Mary, Norfolk.
Norfolk · England · settlement
About Pulham St Mary
Pulham St Mary is a quaint rural village and civil parish located in Norfolk, adjacent to Pulham Market. Approximately 8 miles northeast of Diss and 15 miles south of Norwich, the village spans 12.26 km² and had a population of 892 according to the 2011 census. This serene setting may present opportunities for planning applications related to residential development or rural infrastructure projects.
Population: 906 (2021) · Area: 12.3 km²
District: South Norfolk
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Area Information
- Admin district: South Norfolk
- Parliamentary constituency: Waveney Valley
- LSOA: South Norfolk 014D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Pulham St Mary.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Pulham St Mary.
- 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 Pulham St Mary based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
3 planning applications found near Pulham St Mary.
- - Land South Of Norwich Road Pulham St Mary Norfolk
Approval of reserved matters following outline permssion 2022/1353 for appearance, landscaping and scale
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2025-09-23
View full details - - The Bungalow Old Mill Drive Pulham St Mary Norfolk IP21 4NB
Non material amendment of 2021/0584 - Amendment to external finishes of dwelling.
Status: Conditions | Type: Amendment | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2023-11-29
View full details - - 15 Norwich Road Pulham St Mary Norfolk IP21 4QU
Single storey rear extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2023-09-19
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A brief summary of Pulham St Mary in Norfolk
Pulham St Mary is a quaint rural village and civil parish located in Norfolk, adjacent to Pulham Market. Approximately 8 miles northeast of Diss and 15 miles south of Norwich, the village spans 12.26 km² and had a population of 892 according to the 2011 census. This serene setting may present opportunities for planning applications related to residential development or rural infrastructure projects. The settlement has a population of approximately 906 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Norfolk district.
Pulham St Mary covers an area of approximately 12.3 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Pulham St Mary a particularly low-crime area.
Pulham St Mary has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Pulham St Mary, Pulham Market. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Pulham St Mary 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.
Planning Activity in Pulham St Mary
In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Pulham St Mary. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 44 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Pulham St Mary may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 44 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Pulham St Mary were outline applications (2), tree works (2), full planning applications (1).
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