Sutton, Norfolk Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Sutton, Norfolk.
Norfolk · England · settlement
Planning applications in Sutton are administered by North Norfolk District Council. View the full North Norfolk District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
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: £436,423 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: North Norfolk
- Parliamentary constituency: North Norfolk
- LSOA: North Norfolk 013B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
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
180 planning applications found near Sutton.
- HN/26/1107 - 22 Laxfield Road Sutton Norwich Norfolk NR12 9QP
Notification of intention to erect a single storey rear extension projecting from the original rear wall by 6.00 metres, with a maximum height of 2.85 metres and eaves height of 2.85 metres
Status: Undecided | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2026-05-26 - - 22 Laxfield Road Sutton Norwich Norfolk NR12 9QP
Notification of intention to erect a single storey rear extension projecting from the original rear wall by 6.00 metres, with a maximum height of 2.85 metres and eaves height of 2.85 metres
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2026-05-26
View full details - - 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
View full details - - Granny Annexe Ellon House Church Road Sutton Norwich Norfolk NR12 9SG
Change of use from holiday let to annexe in association to the main dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2024-11-13
View full details - - 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
View full details - - Springfield New Road Sutton Norwich Norfolk NR12 9RD
Conversion of attached garage to habitable accommodation and erection of single storey side and rear extensions
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2024-06-03
View full details - - Sutton Staithe Boatyard Ltd Staithe Road Sutton Norfolk NR12 9QS
Replace redundant garage with an engineering workshop
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Broads | Date: 2024-01-25
View full details - - Our Home Church Road Sutton Norwich Norfolk NR12 9SG
Erection of single-storey side and rear extensions and detached double cart-shed with log store
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2024-01-08
View full details - - Broadside Cottage Staithe Road Sutton Norfolk NR12 9QT
Replacement of current porch roof with tiled roof and sky lights. Enclosed with a conservatory. Dwarf wall at base.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Broads | Date: 2023-04-14
View full details - - Sutton Methodist Church The Street Sutton Norfolk
Change of use of former chapel to create single dwelling incorporating 1st floor side extension
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2023-03-22
View full details - - The Farthings Old Yarmouth Road Sutton Norwich Norfolk NR12 9QL
Single storey in-fill extension to front of dwelling; single storey side extension; detached two bay garage to the frontage of the property
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2022-12-07
View full details - - Keelers Meadow Staithe Road Sutton Norwich Norfolk NR12 9QR
Temporary Holiday Site No. THS1507/2023 from 12/08/23 to 28/08/23 (16 nights only) maximum number of units per night 30, including all tents and caravans
Status: Permitted | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2022-08-17
View full details - - Manor House Church Road Sutton Norwich Norfolk NR12 9SA
Change of use of garden land to dog walking paddock; creation of new parking area using existing access gates to Mill Road and erection of 1.8m fence
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2022-08-05
View full details - - Old Scotland Yard The Street Sutton Norwich Norfolk NR12 9RF
Single storey extensions to dwelling; replacement of existing flat roofs with pitched roofs; new porch
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2022-06-24
View full details - - Keelers Meadow Staithe Road Sutton Norwich Norfolk NR12 9QR
Notification of proposed temporary Holiday Site No. THS1386/2023 from 5.8.23 to 2.9.23 (28 nights only) for maximum number of units per night 27, including all tents and caravans
Status: Permitted | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2022-05-24
View full details - - The Poplars Staithe Road Sutton Norfolk NR12 9QT
Proposed 2x Storey Rear Extension To Existing Residential Dwelling, With Renovation To Existing Outbuilding + New Cart Shed Style Garage Parking.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Broads | Date: 2022-05-12
View full details - - Alderley The Street Sutton Norwich Norfolk NR12 9AJ
Demolition of existing porch and erection of single-storey front extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2022-03-28
View full details - - Land North Of Firs Lane Sutton Norfolk
Residential development of up to 6 dwellings
Status: Permitted | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2022-03-15
View full details - - Land East Of The Street (partly Known As Old Yarmouth Road) Sutton Norfolk
Residential development of up to 8 dwellings
Status: Permitted | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2022-03-15
View full details - - Sutton Methodist Church The Street Sutton Norfolk
Change of use of Methodist Church to either one or two dwellings.
Status: Permitted | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2022-03-03
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A brief summary of Sutton in Norfolk
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. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,210 (2021 estimate). It sits within the North Norfolk district.
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 £436,423, 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, 11 planning applications were submitted near Sutton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Sutton may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 55 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 (6), discharge of conditions (2), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 55% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
Nearby Towns
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Related Planning Guides
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- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.