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Planning in Smallburgh

Approved
85%
23 of 24 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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Around Smallburgh

Postcode districts

NR28 162 applications in the last 12 monthsNR12 336 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Broadland District Council

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About Smallburgh

Smallburgh is a charming village and civil parish located in Norfolk, approximately 14 miles southeast of Cromer and northeast of Norwich. With a population of 518 residents as of the 2001 census, it is situated near North Walsham and is served by the nearby Worstead railway station on the Bittern Line. The area falls within the North Norfolk district, making it a relevant location for those interested in planning applications and local governance. The settlement has a population of approximately 509 (2021 estimate). It sits within the North Norfolk district.

Smallburgh covers an area of approximately 5.0 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Smallburgh 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 Smallburgh a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Smallburgh has 9 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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

To comment on or object to a planning application near Smallburgh, 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, 32 planning applications were submitted near Smallburgh. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 67 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (7), full planning applications (6), outline applications (4).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Smallburgh?
In the last 24 months, 32 planning applications were submitted near Smallburgh. The approval rate is 85%.
How long do planning decisions take near Smallburgh?
The average planning decision time near Smallburgh is 67 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 Smallburgh?
The planning approval rate near Smallburgh is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Smallburgh?
The most common type of planning application near Smallburgh is discharge of conditions, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Smallburgh?
You can search and track planning applications near Smallburgh on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.