How long do planning decisions take near Skeyton?

The average planning decision time near Skeyton is 55 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 Skeyton?

The planning approval rate near Skeyton is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Skeyton?

The most common type of planning application near Skeyton is discharge of conditions, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Skeyton?

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Skeyton, Norfolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Skeyton, Norfolk.

Norfolk · England · settlement

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

About Skeyton

Skeyton is a quaint village and civil parish located in North Norfolk, with a population that grew from 200 in 2001 to 207 in 2011. Situated just 4 miles east of Aylsham and conveniently positioned near major transport links, including the Bittern Line at North Walsham and Norwich International Airport, Skeyton offers a tranquil rural setting while maintaining accessibility to larger towns and cities. For planning applications, it is important to note its governance under the North Norfolk district, which influences local development policies.

Population: 233 (2021) · Area: 5.3 km²

District: North Norfolk

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Area Information

Admin district: Broadland
Parliamentary constituency: Broadland and Fakenham
LSOA: Broadland 005D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Skeyton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

9 planning applications found near Skeyton.

- Meadow Cottage Church Road Skeyton Norwich Norfolk NR10 5AY
Removal of condition (agricultural occupancy restriction) of planning permission D 461 (Erection of pair of agricultural cottages) dated 13/01/1951 (following granting of CL/23/1967) to regularise the
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2024-03-11
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- Meadow Cottage Church Road Skeyton Norwich Norfolk NR10 5AY
Certificate of Lawful Use for existing occupation of dwelling in breach of agricultural occupancy condition
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2023-09-07
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- The Stables Whitwell Hall Farm Church Road Skeyton Norwich NR10 5AY
Formation of new access to Church Road and closure of existing access
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2020-08-28
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- Meadow Cottage Church Road Skeyton Norwich NR10 5AY
Notification of intention to erect a rear extension which would project from the original rear wall by 5.5m and which would have a maximum height of 3.2m and eaves height of 2.2m
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2014-04-03
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- Brick Kiln Church Road Skeyton Norwich NR10 5AX
Prior notification of intention to erect agricultural storage building
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2011-03-15
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- The Stables Church Road Skeyton Norwich NR10 5AY
Erection of single-storey extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2011-01-27
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- Brick Kiln Bungalow Church Road Skeyton Norwich NR10 5AX
ERECTION OF SINGLE-STOREY SIDE EXTENSION
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2008-03-03
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- Whitwell Hall Farm Church Road Skeyton Norwich NR10 5AY
CHANGE OF USE OF BUILDING FROM AGRICULTURAL TO B8 (STORAGE)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2007-09-20
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- Brick Kiln Bungalow Church Road Skeyton Norwich NR10 5AX
ERECTION OF SIDE AND REAR EXTENSIONS
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2004-10-01
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A brief summary of Skeyton in Norfolk

Skeyton covers an area of approximately 5.3 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 Skeyton a particularly low-crime area.

Skeyton has one conservation area within its boundaries: RAF Coltishall. 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.

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Planning Activity in Skeyton

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Skeyton. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.

This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Skeyton maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.

The average decision time of 55 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Skeyton were discharge of conditions (2), full planning applications (1), outline applications (1).

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