Search Thornham planning applications

17 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Thornham · updated daily · King's Lynn and West Norfolk Borough Council

Showing 1 to 5 of 17 · received or decided in the last 90 days

Two Hoots Church Street Thornham Hunstanton Norfolk PE36 6NJAwaiting decisionPaved driveway to replace existing gravel surface from site entrance to side of houseReceived 5 Nov 202626/01735/F
Megget Ploughmans Piece Thornham HUNSTANTON Norfolk PE36 6NEAwaiting decisionVariation of Condition 2 attached to Planning Permission 25/00846/F: Self-Build - Replacement DwellingReceived 30 Oct 202626/01716/F
Lavender Cottage High Street Thornham Hunstanton Norfolk PE36 6LXAwaiting decisionIn-ground outdoor swimming pool. Sitting in front garden of Lavender Cottage, shielded from external view by 2m boundary fence, two trees, 12m parking area and further 2m beech hedge. Raised 15cm from current lawn height to allow for patio surround. Total pool dimensions 6m x 3m. Total front garden dimensions measure 14.5m x 22.7m. Swimming pool therefore represents 5% of from garden area.Received 27 Oct 202626/01549/F
Dundrum Cottage High Street Thornham HUNSTANTON Norfolk PE36 6LYAwaiting decisionHOUSEHOLDER: Erection of a 2-storey glazed front extension to utilise part of the existing garden space, with rooflights. Conversion of the garage to provide a study, store and shower room at ground floor level, with a carport at the front to provide 2 parking spaces. Creation of an additional bedroom at first floor level with a dressing room and ensuiteReceived 22 Oct 202626/01715/F
Tanglewood House High Street Thornham HUNSTANTON Norfolk PE36 6LXApprovedHorse chestnut to be removed due rapid decline. We will replace this tree with a new one else where on the property.Received 13 Oct 2026Decided 20 Oct 202626/00172/TREECA

Planning in Thornham

Approved: 90%; 28 of 30 decided
Decision time: about 6 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Thornham in the last 24 months, from King's Lynn and West Norfolk Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Thornham

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PE36 144 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: King's Lynn and West Norfolk Borough Council

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About Thornham

Thornham is a picturesque village and civil parish located along the north Norfolk coast, approximately 7 kilometres northeast of Hunstanton. It lies 30 km north of King's Lynn and 70 km northwest of Norwich, making it an attractive area for planning applications related to coastal development and rural projects. The settlement has a population of approximately 347 (2021 estimate). It sits within the King's Lynn and West Norfolk district.

Thornham covers an area of approximately 13.5 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 Thornham show an average sale price of £337,915, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Thornham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Thornham has 9 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Thornham, 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, 40 planning applications were submitted near Thornham. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 44 days.

The most common types were tree works (9), full planning applications (7), discharge of conditions (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Thornham?

In the last 24 months, 40 planning applications were submitted near Thornham. The approval rate is 90%.

How long do planning decisions take near Thornham?

The average planning decision time near Thornham 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 Thornham?

The planning approval rate near Thornham is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Thornham?

The most common type of planning application near Thornham is tree works applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Thornham?

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