How long do planning decisions take near Sheringwood?

The average planning decision time near Sheringwood is 54 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 Sheringwood?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Sheringwood?

The most common type of planning application near Sheringwood is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Sheringwood?

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Sheringwood, Norfolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Sheringwood, Norfolk.

Norfolk · England · settlement

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

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £308,109 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: North Norfolk
Parliamentary constituency: North Norfolk
LSOA: North Norfolk 001B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Sheringwood based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Sheringwood.

PF/26/1284 - Fox Hill Sheringwood Beeston Regis Sheringham Norfolk NR26 8TS
Siting of log cabin for use as residential annexe for temporary period of 3 years (retrospective)
Status: Undecided | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2026-06-17
- Sandywood Sheringwood Beeston Regis Sheringham Norfolk NR26 8TS
Remove Conifer hedging around curtilage of property and replant with native hedge (please see plan for more detail)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2026-02-18
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- Sandywood Sheringwood Beeston Regis Sheringham Norfolk NR26 8TS
5 day removal notice on an Ash tree due to safety reasons
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2025-11-26
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- Shaston Sheringwood Beeston Regis Sheringham Norfolk NR26 8TS
Demolition of existing single-storey dwelling, and erection of replacement single-storey dwelling.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2024-08-19
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- Shaston Sheringwood Beeston Regis Sheringham Norfolk NR26 8TS
Erection of private tennis court, summer house, and stable and storage building to serve existing paddock
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2023-12-25
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- Robin Hill Sheringwood Beeston Regis Sheringham Norfolk NR26 8TS
To remove a fir tree which was approved in 2015 (TW/15/0166). The fir tree is leaning dangerously towards the property and the neighbours tree is growing too closely to the fir which is preventing nor
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2023-12-21
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A brief summary of Sheringwood in Norfolk

Sheringwood is a settlement located in Norfolk, England.

Property prices in Sheringwood show an average sale price of £308,109, 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 Sheringwood a particularly low-crime area.

Sheringwood 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 Sheringwood includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Briton's Lane Gravel Pit 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. 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 Sheringwood

In the last 24 months, 18 planning applications were submitted near Sheringwood. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.

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

The average decision time of 54 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Sheringwood were full planning applications (6), tree works (6), discharge of conditions (4). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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