What is the planning approval rate near Thompson?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Thompson?

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

How can I track planning applications near Thompson?

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Thompson, Norfolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Thompson, Norfolk.

Norfolk · England · settlement

Planning applications in Thompson are administered by Breckland District Council. View the full Breckland District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Thompson

Thompson is a civil parish located in Norfolk, England, covering an area of 9.20 km² (3.55 sq mi). As of the 2011 Census, it had a population of 343 residents living in 155 households, a slight increase from 341 in 147 households a decade earlier. The parish is part of the Breckland district, making it relevant for those researching planning applications and local development opportunities in the area.

Population: 368 (2021) · Area: 9.2 km²

District: Breckland

Website: http://www.thompsonvillage.org.uk/

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £273,973 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Breckland
Parliamentary constituency: South West Norfolk
LSOA: Breckland 012D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Thompson.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Thompson based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Thompson.

- The Thistle Marlpit Road, Thompson, Thetford, Norfolk, IP24 1PR
T19 Sycamore - Pollard @ 3 - 4m G3 No. 84 Ash x 2 - Reduce lowest limb approaching on house from approximately 9m-6m & remove deadwood down to 40mm @ attachment point T18 Oak - Remove deadwood down to
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Breckland | Date: 2025-08-10
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- 25 Pockthorpe Lane, Thompson, Thetford, Norfolk, IP24 1PN
Proposed Single Storey Front & Rear Extensions
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Breckland | Date: 2023-04-14
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A brief summary of Thompson in Norfolk

Thompson covers an area of approximately 9.2 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 Thompson show an average sale price of £273,973, 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 Thompson a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Thompson includes 3 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Stanford Training Area SSSI, Thompson Water, Carr and Common SSSI, Breckland Farmland SSSI; 2 Ancient Woodland sites; 2 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Norfolk Valley Fens, Breckland; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Breckland. 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, Thompson planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.thompsonvillage.org.uk/. 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 Thompson

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Thompson. Of these, 100% were approved.

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

The most common application types near Thompson were tree works (1), discharge of conditions (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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