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25 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Toftwood · updated daily · Breckland District Council

Planning in Toftwood

Approved
89%
16 of 16 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

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Around Toftwood

Postcode districts

NR19 113 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Breckland District Council

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About Toftwood

Toftwood is a southern suburb of Dereham, located in Norfolk, England. This residential area offers a unique blend of community living and accessibility to the amenities of Dereham, making it a relevant consideration for planning applications in the region. It sits within the Dereham district.

Property prices in Toftwood show an average sale price of £294,324, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Toftwood 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 Toftwood a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Toftwood has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Toftwood 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 Toftwood, 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, 46 planning applications were submitted near Toftwood. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 42 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (17), discharge of conditions (7), tree works (4).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Toftwood?
In the last 24 months, 46 planning applications were submitted near Toftwood. The approval rate is 89%.
How long do planning decisions take near Toftwood?
The average planning decision time near Toftwood is 42 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 Toftwood?
The planning approval rate near Toftwood is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Toftwood?
The most common type of planning application near Toftwood is full planning applications, with 17 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Toftwood?
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