Sheringham, Norfolk Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Sheringham, Norfolk.
Norfolk · England · Town
About Sheringham
Sheringham is a picturesque seaside town and civil parish located in Norfolk, England. Known for its scenic coastline, the town's motto, "Mare Ditat Pinusque Decorat," translates to "The sea enriches and the pine adorns," reflecting its natural beauty. This charming destination offers a unique blend of coastal charm and community spirit, making it a relevant area for planning applications and development opportunities.
Population: 7,088 (2021) · Area: 4.0 km²
District: North Norfolk
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £356,533 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: North Norfolk
- Parliamentary constituency: North Norfolk
- LSOA: North Norfolk 001A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Sheringham.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Sheringham.
- 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 Sheringham based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
304 planning applications found near Sheringham.
- - North Norfolk Railway Station Approach Sheringham Norfolk NR26 8RA
Repair roof of old luggage office
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2026-02-24
View full details - - 4A North Street Sheringham Norfolk NR26 8LW
T1 Ash - prune lower branches by 15%
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2026-02-23
View full details - - 4A North Street Sheringham Norfolk NR26 8LW
First floor extension to dwelling, porch to south elevation
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2026-02-05
View full details - - 27 Station Road Sheringham Norfolk NR26 8RF
Display of externally illuminated fascia sign
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2026-02-04
View full details - - 7 The Driftway Sheringham Norfolk NR26 8LD
Removal of porch and lean-to, erection of single storey extension to NW elevation and to SE elevation. Insertion of dormers to NW and SW elevations. Alterations to fenestration. Addition of balcony to
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2026-02-04
View full details - - Excelsior Cottage 19 Co-operative Street Sheringham Norfolk NR26 8DX
Demolition of carport and external W/C, replacement of single glazed timber windows with white PVCu, new front entrance door, insertion of window to side elevation to Weston Street and removal of rend
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2026-01-25
View full details - - 2 - 4 West Cliff Sheringham Norfolk NR26 8JT
Partial removal of boundary wall to create vehicular access for two parking spaces, renovation works to both properties.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2026-01-21
View full details - - 12 Wyndham Street Sheringham Norfolk NR26 8BA
Lawful Development Certificate for proposed installation of 8no. solar panels on south facing roof slope
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2026-01-19
View full details - - 3A The Boulevard Sheringham Norfolk NR26 8LJ
Raising height of roof to the original part of house and installation of dormer window and rooflights, to facilitate creation of habitable space within loft
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2025-12-19
View full details - - Lees Lodge 5 The Driftway Sheringham Norfolk NR26 8LD
Erection of timber cart shed
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2025-12-04
View full details - - 13 Waterbank Road Sheringham Norfolk NR26 8RB
Insertion of dormer window in rear roof slope
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2025-11-24
View full details - - Land West Of 2 Victoria Street Sheringham Norfolk
Erection of two dwellings
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2025-11-18
View full details - - 20 Weybourne Road Sheringham Norfolk NR26 8HF
Erection of single storey rear and side extension to dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2025-11-06
View full details - - St Peters Church Church Street Sheringham Norfolk
T1 - Oak - Removal of the extended limbs that make up the canopy which extends over the neighbour's drive, and is also encroaching onto the Church and the Hall. To reduce the circumference by approx.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2025-10-24
View full details - - 10 Church Street Sheringham Norfolk NR26 8QR
To discharge AP/25/0005 (PF/24/1827) Condition 5: Waste & litter management plan
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2025-10-09
View full details - - Stable Cottage Sweet Briar Lane Sheringham Norfolk NR26 8HG
First floor extension to dwelling and external alterations. New detached garage
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2025-10-06
View full details - - The Flat 1 Augusta Street Sheringham Norfolk NR26 8LA
Installation of replacement windows from timber to UPVC
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2025-09-23
View full details - - 12 South Street Sheringham Norfolk NR26 8LL
Replacement composite front door and fanlight above
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2025-09-12
View full details - - 19 The Driftway Sheringham Norfolk NR26 8LD
Converting 19 The Driftway back into a single dwelling, including external works to remove the chimneys, altering the first-floor bay window into a larger bay window with the creation of a first-floor
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2025-08-14
View full details - - Broadband Cabinets Land At Sweet Briar Lane Sheringham Norfolk NR26 8HG
Notification under Regulation 5 of the Electronic Communications Code (Conditions and restrictions) Regulations 2003 (as amended) of intention to install fixed line broadband electronic communications
Status: Permitted | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2025-07-16
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A brief summary of Sheringham in Norfolk
Sheringham is a picturesque seaside town and civil parish located in Norfolk, England. Known for its scenic coastline, the town's motto, "Mare Ditat Pinusque Decorat," translates to "The sea enriches and the pine adorns," reflecting its natural beauty. This charming destination offers a unique blend of coastal charm and community spirit, making it a relevant area for planning applications and development opportunities. The Town has a population of approximately 7,088 (2021 estimate). It sits within the North Norfolk district.
Sheringham covers an area of approximately 4.0 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 Sheringham show an average sale price of £356,533, 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 Sheringham a particularly low-crime area.
Sheringham has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Sheringham, Beeston Regis, Upper Sheringham. 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.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Sheringham includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Weybourne Cliffs SSSI, Sheringham and Beeston Regis Commons SSSI; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Norfolk Coast; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Norfolk Valley Fens; 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 Sheringham
In the last 24 months, 151 planning applications were submitted near Sheringham. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.
This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Sheringham.
At 57 days on average, decisions near Sheringham slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Sheringham were full planning applications (68), tree works (18), outline applications (13). Full planning applications account for 45% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 2 large-scale (major) developments, 7 medium-scale applications, 142 smaller schemes were submitted.
4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (50% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 122 applications
- Refused: 7 applications
- Withdrawn: 5 applications
- Awaiting decision: 17 applications
Nearby Towns
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