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20 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Stiffkey · updated daily · North Norfolk District Council

Only 7 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 20 · received or decided in the last 12 months

The Old Rectory Church Street Stiffkey Wells-next-the-sea Norfolk NR23 1QJAwaiting decisionT1 Black Pine - reduce srpead over highway by 1.5metres T2 Horse Chestnut Tree - moribund specimen - fellReceived 7 Oct 2026TW/26/2108
The Saltings 68 Wells Road Stiffkey Wells-next-the-sea Norfolk NR23 1AJAwaiting decisionLawful development certificate for proposed continuation of development approved under planning permission ref. no. PF/24/0043 (Extension to dwelling to form new sun room, replacement of three roof lights for three dormer windows, replacement of two roof lights to form terrace roof lights, extension to garage and conversion of existing disused windmill structure to form a seating area) following the carrying out of a material operation within 3 years of the date of the planning permissionReceived 6 Oct 2026EF/26/2093
Mill Pightle House Hollow Lane Stiffkey Wells-next-the-sea Norfolk NR23 1QQAwaiting decisionInstallation of solar panels on the ground next to the west side of the garage and also on the south side of the garage roof, together with installation two roof windows to the north side of the garageReceived 5 Oct 2026PF/26/1888
24 Bridge Street Stiffkey Wells-next-the-sea Norfolk NR23 1QPAwaiting decisionProposed cart shed and window replacementsReceived 29 Jul 2026IS3/26/1600
The Saltings 68 Wells Road Stiffkey Wells-next-the-sea Norfolk NR23 1AJAwaiting decisionDischarge of conditions 4 (ecology mitigation) & 5 (historic building recording) of planning permission PF/24/0043 (Extension to dwelling to form new sun room, replacement of three roof lights for three dormer windows, replacement of two roof lights to form terrace roof lights, extension to garage and conversion of existing disused windmill structure to form a seating area)Discharge of ConditionReceived 20 Jul 2026CD/26/1507

Planning in Stiffkey

Approved: 89%; 17 of 17 decided
Decision time: about 7 weeks; on average

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

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Around Stiffkey

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NR23 143 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: North Norfolk District Council

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About Stiffkey

Stiffkey is a charming village and civil parish located on the north coast of Norfolk, along the A149 coast road. Positioned approximately 6 km east of Wells-next-the-Sea and west of Blakeney, it covers an area of 14.55 km². The population has seen a slight decline from 223 in 2001 to 209 in 2011, making it a quaint and small community for those interested in planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 211 (2021 estimate). It sits within the North Norfolk district.

Stiffkey covers an area of approximately 14.6 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 Stiffkey show an average sale price of £449,218, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Stiffkey 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 Stiffkey a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Stiffkey has 10 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Stiffkey 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.northnorfolkcentral.co.uk/balestiffkey/stiffkey/stiffkeyenter.htm.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Stiffkey, 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, 37 planning applications were submitted near Stiffkey. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 days.

The most common types were tree works (5), discharge of conditions (2), amendments (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Stiffkey?

In the last 24 months, 37 planning applications were submitted near Stiffkey. The approval rate is 89%.

How long do planning decisions take near Stiffkey?

The average planning decision time near Stiffkey is 46 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 Stiffkey?

The planning approval rate near Stiffkey is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Stiffkey?

The most common type of planning application near Stiffkey is tree works applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Stiffkey?

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