How long do planning decisions take near Sloley?

The average planning decision time near Sloley is 97 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 Sloley?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Sloley?

The most common type of planning application near Sloley is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Sloley?

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Sloley, Norfolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Sloley, Norfolk.

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About Sloley

Sloley is a quaint village and civil parish located in Norfolk, approximately 11.9 miles north-north-east of Norwich and 4.7 miles south of North Walsham. It has a small population of 257 as of the 2011 Census and is well-connected, with Worstead railway station just 1 km from the village centre, providing access along the Bittern Line. For those considering planning applications, Sloley offers a rural setting while being conveniently close to Norwich International Airport.

Population: 259 (2021) · Area: 3.0 km²

District: North Norfolk

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £289,990 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: North Norfolk
Parliamentary constituency: North Norfolk
LSOA: North Norfolk 014A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Sloley.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Sloley based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Sloley.

- Rear Of Woodstock Low Street Sloley Norwich Norfolk NR12 8HB
Change of use of workshop (Class E) to dwellinghouse (Class C3)
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2026-03-06
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- Appletree Cottage Low Street Sloley Norwich Norfolk NR12 8HD
Alterations to dwelling including raising of roof to create additional floor, side extension to existing garage to create workshop with wash area and construction of ancillary gym/office without compl
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2026-02-23
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A brief summary of Sloley in Norfolk

Sloley covers an area of approximately 3.0 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 Sloley show an average sale price of £289,990, 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 Sloley a particularly low-crime area.

Sloley has one conservation area within its boundaries: Worstead. 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.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Sloley 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 Sloley

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Sloley. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 97 days.

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

With an average of 97 days, decisions near Sloley take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Sloley were full planning applications (4), listed building and heritage (2), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

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