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Planning in Trunch

Approved
85%
17 of 18 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

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

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About Trunch

Trunch is a quaint village and parish located in Norfolk, England, approximately three miles north of North Walsham and just two miles from the coast at Mundesley. As of the 2011 Census, it had a population of 909 and spans an area of 5.5 square kilometres (2.1 square miles), making it a small but significant community for planning considerations in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 899 (2021 estimate). It sits within the North Norfolk district.

Trunch covers an area of approximately 5.5 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 Trunch show an average sale price of £328,090, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Trunch 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 Trunch a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Trunch has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Trunch 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 Trunch, 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, 36 planning applications were submitted near Trunch. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 74 days.

The most common types were tree works (4), outline applications (3), discharge of conditions (2).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Trunch?
In the last 24 months, 36 planning applications were submitted near Trunch. The approval rate is 85%.
How long do planning decisions take near Trunch?
The average planning decision time near Trunch is 74 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 Trunch?
The planning approval rate near Trunch is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Trunch?
The most common type of planning application near Trunch is tree works applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Trunch?
You can search and track planning applications near Trunch on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.