Reedham, Norfolk Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Reedham, Norfolk.
Norfolk · England · settlement
About Reedham
Reedham is a picturesque village and civil parish located in Norfolk, nestled within The Broads and positioned on the north bank of the River Yare. Situated 12 miles east of Norwich and equidistant from Great Yarmouth and Lowestoft, Reedham's name reflects its landscape, meaning 'reedy homestead' or 'reedy hemmed-in land'. This charming locale may offer unique opportunities and considerations for planning applications in the area.
Population: 1,182 (2021) · Area: 12.4 km²
District: Broadland
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Area Information
- Admin district: Broadland
- Parliamentary constituency: Broadland and Fakenham
- LSOA: Broadland 017C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Reedham.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Reedham.
- 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 Reedham based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
1 planning application found near Reedham.
- - 6 The Hills Reedham Norfolk NR13 3TN
Conversion of pool building to annexe and storage area with associated changes
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2025-12-12
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A brief summary of Reedham in Norfolk
Reedham is a picturesque village and civil parish located in Norfolk, nestled within The Broads and positioned on the north bank of the River Yare. Situated 12 miles east of Norwich and equidistant from Great Yarmouth and Lowestoft, Reedham's name reflects its landscape, meaning 'reedy homestead' or 'reedy hemmed-in land'. This charming locale may offer unique opportunities and considerations for planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,182 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Broadland district.
Reedham covers an area of approximately 12.4 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 Reedham a particularly low-crime area.
Reedham has one conservation area within its boundaries: Halvergate Marshes. 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.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Reedham includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Halvergate Marshes SSSI; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): The Broads; 2 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Breydon Water, Broadland; 2 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Broadland, Breydon Water; 1 National Parks: THE BROADS. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Reedham 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 Reedham
In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Reedham. The average decision time was 38 days.
The average decision time of 38 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Reedham were tree works (2), full planning applications (1), discharge of conditions (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.