Upton, Norfolk Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Upton, Norfolk.
Norfolk · England · settlement
About Upton
Upton is a charming village located along the River Bure in Norfolk, England, nestled within the scenic Broads National Park. Its picturesque setting makes it an appealing area for planning applications, particularly those related to conservation and development in a protected landscape.
Population: 812
District: Upton with Fishley
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Area Information
- Admin district: Broadland
- Parliamentary constituency: Broadland and Fakenham
- LSOA: Broadland 017B
Crime Statistics
1 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Crime Breakdown
- other-theft: 1
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Upton.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Upton.
- 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 Upton based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
4 planning applications found near Upton.
- - Broadlands Farm Horses Head Upton Norfolk NR13 6BA
Details of condition 6 of 2024/2307 - Soakaway Design and Calculations
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2026-01-22
View full details - - Ivory Gates 27 Boat Dyke Road Upton Norfolk NR13 6BG
Demolition of existing dwelling and replace with self build 2 storey dwelling and cartlodge
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2025-12-22
View full details - - White Horse 17 Chapel Road Upton Norfolk NR13 6BT
Details of the Statutory Biodiversity Gain Plan Condition of planning permission 2025/0732
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2025-12-17
View full details - - Broadview 12 Boat Dyke Road Upton Norfolk NR13 6BJ
Proposed front and rear extensions, and alterations to roof coverings, external finishes and windows/doors
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2023-07-14
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A brief summary of Upton in Norfolk
Upton is a charming village located along the River Bure in Norfolk, England, nestled within the scenic Broads National Park. Its picturesque setting makes it an appealing area for planning applications, particularly those related to conservation and development in a protected landscape. The settlement has a population of approximately 812. It sits within the Upton with Fishley district.
Neighbourhood safety in Upton is generally good, with just 1 crimes reported in the most recent period.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Upton includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Upton Broad & Marshes SSSI; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): The Broads; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Broadland; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Broadland; 1 National Parks: THE BROADS. 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, Upton 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.
Planning Activity in Upton
In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Upton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Upton may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
At 57 days on average, decisions near Upton slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Upton were discharge of conditions (2), full planning applications (1).
Nearby Towns
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.