South Wootton, Norfolk Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near South Wootton, Norfolk.
Norfolk · England · settlement
Planning applications in South Wootton are administered by Kings Lynn And West Norfolk Borough Council. View the full Kings Lynn And West Norfolk Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About South Wootton
South Wootton is a vibrant village and civil parish located approximately 2 miles northeast of King's Lynn in Norfolk. Spanning 8.54 km², it saw its population grow from 3,717 in 2001 to 4,247 by the 2011 Census, reflecting its appeal as a residential area. As part of the District of King's Lynn and West Norfolk, South Wootton presents opportunities for planning applications amid its expanding community.
Population: 4,408 (2021) · Area: 8.5 km²
District: King's Lynn and West Norfolk
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £314,830 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: King's Lynn and West Norfolk
- Parliamentary constituency: North West Norfolk
- LSOA: King's Lynn and West Norfolk 010D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near South Wootton.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near South Wootton.
- 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 South Wootton based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
20 planning applications found near South Wootton.
- 24/00827/NMA_1 - Romarlo 8 Ffolkes Drive King's Lynn Norfolk PE30 3BY
NON-MATERIAL AMENDMENT TO PLANNING CONSENT 24/00824/F: Demolish single storey rear extension. Two storey side extension, single storey rear extension, garage extension and associated works.
Status: Undecided | Council: King's Lynn and West Norfolk | Date: 2026-06-03 - - Romarlo 8 Ffolkes Drive King's Lynn Norfolk PE30 3BY
NON-MATERIAL AMENDMENT TO PLANNING CONSENT 24/00824/F: Demolish single storey rear extension. Two storey side extension, single storey rear extension, garage extension and associated works.
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Kings Lynn | Date: 2026-06-03
View full details - 26/00832/F - Fordham House 16 Castle Rising Road South Wootton King's Lynn Norfolk PE30 3HR
Proposed self build replacement dwelling, including demolition works. In line with approval 23/01129/F
Status: Undecided | Council: King's Lynn and West Norfolk | Date: 2026-05-21 - 26/00858/F - 47 Castle Rising Road South Wootton KINGS LYNN Norfolk PE30 3JA
Householder: Construction of garage and attic space.
Status: Undecided | Council: King's Lynn and West Norfolk | Date: 2026-05-21 - - 47 Castle Rising Road South Wootton KINGS LYNN Norfolk PE30 3JA
Householder: Construction of garage and attic space.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Kings Lynn | Date: 2026-05-19
View full details - 26/00857/F - 47 Castle Rising Road South Wootton KINGS LYNN Norfolk PE30 3JA
VARIATION OF CONDITION NO.2 OF PLANNING PERMISSION 25/01319/F: Householder: Remove side & rear conservatory and replace with single storey side & rear extension and two storey side extension with atti
Status: Undecided | Council: King's Lynn and West Norfolk | Date: 2026-05-19 - - 47 Castle Rising Road South Wootton KINGS LYNN Norfolk PE30 3JA
VARIATION OF CONDITION NO.2 OF PLANNING PERMISSION 25/01319/F: Householder: Remove side & rear conservatory and replace with single storey side & rear extension and two storey side extension with atti
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Kings Lynn | Date: 2026-05-19
View full details - - Fordham House 16 Castle Rising Road South Wootton King's Lynn Norfolk PE30 3HR
Proposed self build replacement dwelling, including demolition works. In line with approval 23/01129/F
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Kings Lynn | Date: 2026-05-15
View full details - - Land Rear of 25 Nursery Lane South Wootton Norfolk
Proposed erection of bungalow to the rear of 25 Nursery Lane, located entirely within existing residential curtilage. Demolition of attached garage to allow creation of new shared driveway.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Kings Lynn | Date: 2026-05-08
View full details - - Land Rear of 22 Grimston Road Grimston Road South Wootton Norfolk
DISCHARGE OF CONDITION 4 FROM PLANNING PERMISSION 22/01239/O - Proposed dwelling and associated garage/parking
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Kings Lynn | Date: 2026-04-26
View full details - 26/00677/O - Cavendish 61 Castle Rising Road South Wootton King's Lynn Norfolk PE30 3JA
Outline application with all matters reserved for 3 CUSTOM/ SELF BUILD dwellings to the rear of 61 Castle Rising Road
Status: Undecided | Council: King's Lynn and West Norfolk | Date: 2026-04-16 - - 15 The Boltons South Wootton King's Lynn Norfolk PE30 3NQ
HOUSEHOLDER: Proposed rear extension and balcony.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Kings Lynn | Date: 2026-02-25
View full details - - Glashlyn 29 Low Road South Wootton King's Lynn Norfolk PE30 3LE
Variation of condtion 2 of planning permission 25/00293/F to change drawings
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Kings Lynn | Date: 2026-01-13
View full details - - Cornerways 22 Castle Rising Road South Wootton King's Lynn Norfolk PE30 3HR
Householder: Proposed Timber Frame Garage & Workshop with Storage Above.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Kings Lynn | Date: 2025-08-29
View full details - - 17 St Marys Close South Wootton King's Lynn Norfolk PE30 3LL
Householder: Single storey pitched roof porch extension to front of house.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Kings Lynn | Date: 2025-05-27
View full details - - High House 29 Castle Rising Road South Wootton King's Lynn Norfolk PE30 3HP
5 DAY NOTICE - Fell One lime tree that still has a full canopy but is entirely dead and this is located at the front.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Kings Lynn | Date: 2025-02-17
View full details - - 15 Hall Road King's Lynn Norfolk PE30 3DD
Proposed Garden Wall, Two Storey/First Floor Extension, Internal Alterations and Extension to existing Garage
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Kings Lynn | Date: 2024-12-02
View full details - - Fairacres 56 Castle Rising Road South Wootton King's Lynn Norfolk PE30 3JD
Retrospective planning permission for installation of outbuilding summer house in back garden
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Kings Lynn | Date: 2023-09-17
View full details - - Mayfield 4 Bramble Drive South Wootton King's Lynn Norfolk PE30 3HL
Demolition of existing conservatory and construction of side and rear extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Kings Lynn | Date: 2023-08-16
View full details - - Corwen Lodge 45 Castle Rising Road South Wootton King's Lynn Norfolk PE30 3JA
2/TPO/00291: T1 Oak - Crown lift overhanging branches as per demands from Highways / County Council to alleviate interference with passing high sided traffic
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Kings Lynn | Date: 2023-08-08
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A brief summary of South Wootton in Norfolk
South Wootton is a vibrant village and civil parish located approximately 2 miles northeast of King's Lynn in Norfolk. Spanning 8.54 km², it saw its population grow from 3,717 in 2001 to 4,247 by the 2011 Census, reflecting its appeal as a residential area. As part of the District of King's Lynn and West Norfolk, South Wootton presents opportunities for planning applications amid its expanding community. The settlement has a population of approximately 4,408 (2021 estimate). It sits within the King's Lynn and West Norfolk district.
South Wootton covers an area of approximately 8.5 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 South Wootton show an average sale price of £314,830, 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 South Wootton a particularly low-crime area.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around South Wootton includes 1 Ancient Woodland site; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Norfolk Coast. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, South Wootton 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 South Wootton
In the last 24 months, 40 planning applications were submitted near South Wootton. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.
This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near South Wootton.
At 62 days on average, decisions near South Wootton slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near South Wootton were full planning applications (21), tree works (4), discharge of conditions (4). Full planning applications account for 53% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 3 large-scale (major) developments, 29 smaller schemes were submitted.
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