How long do planning decisions take near Sutton?

The average planning decision time near Sutton is 44 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 Sutton?

The planning approval rate near Sutton is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Sutton?

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

How can I track planning applications near Sutton?

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Sutton, Norfolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Sutton, Norfolk.

Norfolk · England · settlement

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About Sutton

Sutton is a picturesque village located in Norfolk, England, just 16 miles northeast of Norwich along the A149 road. Nestled near the Norfolk Broads and adjacent to the larger market town of Stalham, it offers a blend of rural charm and accessibility, making it an area of interest for planning applications related to residential and commercial developments.

Population: 1,210 (2021) · Area: 6.3 km²

District: North Norfolk

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £449,868 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Broadland
Parliamentary constituency: Broadland and Fakenham
LSOA: Broadland 003A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Sutton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Sutton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Sutton.

- Granny Annexe Ellon House Church Road Sutton Norwich Norfolk NR12 9SG
Change of use from holiday let to annexe to Ellon House
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2025-04-28
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- Office and Workshop Old Yarmouth Road Sutton Norwich Norfolk NR12 9RL
Change of use of agriculural building to dwellinghouse
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2024-06-13
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A brief summary of Sutton in Norfolk

Sutton covers an area of approximately 6.3 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 Sutton show an average sale price of £449,868, 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 Sutton a particularly low-crime area.

Sutton has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Stalham Staithe, Catfield, Stalham. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Sutton includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Ant Broads and Marshes SSSI; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): The Broads; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Broadland; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Broadland; 1 National Parks: THE BROADS. 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, Sutton 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 Sutton

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Sutton. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 44 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 Sutton.

The average decision time of 44 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Sutton were full planning applications (1), outline applications (1), telecoms (1). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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