Search Sculthorpe planning applications

12 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Sculthorpe · updated daily · North Norfolk District Council

Only 1 application in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 12 · received or decided in the last 12 months

4 Chapel Lane Sculthorpe Fakenham Norfolk NR21 9QBApprovedT1 (Eucalyptus) - Remove - poor form, suppressed by poplar causing phototropism, open decay at base exceeding 30% of circumference with no buttress present to compensate. T2 (Poplar) - Remove - leave stem at 2.5m for habitat T3 (Poplar) - Remove - leave stem at 2.5m for habitat To replant two native trees more suitable for the space if approved.Received 5 Oct 2026Decided 26 Oct 2026TW/26/2091
31 The Street Sculthorpe Fakenham Norfolk NR21 9QDApprovedTo prune and cut away dead wood of 2 large trees in front garden with a view to remove if approvedTree Works in a Conservation AreaReceived 26 Jun 2026TW/26/1360
Manor Farm Creake Road Sculthorpe Fakenham Norfolk NR21 9NJAwaiting decisionProposed Internal Wall Removal Between Kitchen & PantryReceived 5 Jun 2026LA/26/1063
Grove End Creake Road Sculthorpe Fakenham Norfolk NR21 9NFApprovedSingle storey side and rear extension with upgrades to fenestration.Received 10 Apr 2026Decided 7 Aug 2026PF/26/0749
35 The Street Sculthorpe Fakenham Norfolk NR21 9QDApprovedRemove existing rear conservatory and replacement with a single storey rear extension, formation of a new entrance door on the front elevation.Householder ApplicationReceived 12 Mar 2026Decided 21 May 2026PF/26/0550

Planning in Sculthorpe

Approved: 75%; 12 of 13 decided
Decision time: about 7 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Sculthorpe in the last 24 months, from North Norfolk District Council's planning register.

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Around Sculthorpe

Postcode districts

NR21 265 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Nearby towns and villages

Planning authority: North Norfolk District Council

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About Sculthorpe

Sculthorpe is a charming village and civil parish located in Norfolk, England, approximately 4 km (2.5 miles) northwest of Fakenham and 5 km (3.1 miles) southeast of South Creake. Its proximity to these nearby towns makes Sculthorpe an area of interest for planning applications, offering a blend of rural charm and accessibility. The settlement has a population of approximately 714 (2021 estimate). It sits within the North Norfolk district.

Sculthorpe covers an area of approximately 8.5 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 Sculthorpe show an average sale price of £327,218, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Sculthorpe 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 Sculthorpe a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Sculthorpe has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Sculthorpe 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 Sculthorpe, 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, 29 planning applications were submitted near Sculthorpe. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.

The most common types were tree works (3), full planning applications (1), listed building and heritage (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Sculthorpe?

In the last 24 months, 29 planning applications were submitted near Sculthorpe. The approval rate is 75%.

How long do planning decisions take near Sculthorpe?

The average planning decision time near Sculthorpe 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 Sculthorpe?

The planning approval rate near Sculthorpe is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Sculthorpe?

The most common type of planning application near Sculthorpe is tree works applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Sculthorpe?

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