How long do planning decisions take near Stow Bridge?

The average planning decision time near Stow Bridge is 66 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 Stow Bridge?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Stow Bridge?

The most common type of planning application near Stow Bridge is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Stow Bridge?

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Stow Bridge, Norfolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Stow Bridge, Norfolk.

Norfolk · England · settlement

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £319,605 (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 011E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Stow Bridge.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Stow Bridge based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Stow Bridge.

- 2 Gooding Close Stow Bridge King's Lynn Norfolk PE34 3DP
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for proposed installation of solar panels
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Kings Lynn | Date: 2026-03-30
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- Roseside 31 Low Road Stow Bridge King's Lynn Norfolk PE34 3PE
Outline for one proposed chalet dwelling.
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Kings Lynn | Date: 2023-07-19
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A brief summary of Stow Bridge in Norfolk

Stow Bridge is a settlement located in Norfolk, England.

Property prices in Stow Bridge show an average sale price of £319,605, 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 Stow Bridge a particularly low-crime area.

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

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Stow Bridge. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 days.

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

At 66 days on average, decisions near Stow Bridge slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Stow Bridge were full planning applications (1), 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 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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