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Planning in Snettisham

Approved
90%
26 of 28 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Snettisham in the last 24 months, from King's Lynn and West Norfolk Borough Council's planning register.

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About Snettisham

Snettisham is a village and civil parish situated in Norfolk, England, approximately 5 miles south of the popular seaside resort of Hunstanton and 9 miles north of King's Lynn. Nestled near the west coast, it offers a strategic location for planning applications, being 45 miles northwest of Norwich. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,709 (2021 estimate). It sits within the King's Lynn and West Norfolk district.

Snettisham covers an area of approximately 28.0 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

There is currently 1 active flood warning near Snettisham. Flood risk is a relevant consideration for planning decisions and property investment in the area.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Snettisham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Snettisham has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Snettisham 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 Snettisham, 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, 40 planning applications were submitted near Snettisham. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (9), discharge of conditions (5), tree works (4). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Snettisham?
In the last 24 months, 40 planning applications were submitted near Snettisham. The approval rate is 90%.
How long do planning decisions take near Snettisham?
The average planning decision time near Snettisham is 48 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 Snettisham?
The planning approval rate near Snettisham is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Snettisham?
The most common type of planning application near Snettisham is full planning applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Snettisham?
You can search and track planning applications near Snettisham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.