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Planning in Swainsthorpe

Only 1 decision near Swainsthorpe in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Swainsthorpe

Swainsthorpe is a quaint village located in Norfolk, England, situated along the A140 road about 5 miles south of Norwich and just north of Newton Flotman. Covering an area of 3.38 km², it had a population of 360 according to the 2011 Census, down from 374 in 2001. The village is home to St. Peter's Church, while the remains of St. Mary's Church can still be found, adding historical context to any planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 392 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Norfolk district.

Swainsthorpe covers an area of approximately 3.4 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Swainsthorpe 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 Swainsthorpe a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Swainsthorpe 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Swainsthorpe, 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, 4 planning applications were submitted near Swainsthorpe.

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How many planning applications have been submitted near Swainsthorpe?
In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Swainsthorpe.
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