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Planning in Walcott

Approved
83%
10 of 11 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Walcott

Walcott is a quaint village and civil parish located along the North Norfolk coast, nestled between Mundesley and Happisburgh. Its name, derived from the Anglian 'walh' and Anglo-Saxon 'cot', translates to 'cottage or shelter'. Situated 19.1 miles northeast of Norwich and 11.9 miles southeast of Cromer, Walcott offers a unique coastal environment for potential planning applications, with its proximity to key towns like North Walsham, just 5.6 miles to the west. The settlement has a population of approximately 630 (2021 estimate). It sits within the North Norfolk district.

Property prices in Walcott show an average sale price of £290,127, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Walcott 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 Walcott a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Walcott 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 Walcott, 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, 13 planning applications were submitted near Walcott. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (4), discharge of conditions (3), amendments (2). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Walcott?
In the last 24 months, 13 planning applications were submitted near Walcott. The approval rate is 83%.
How long do planning decisions take near Walcott?
The average planning decision time near Walcott is 62 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 Walcott?
The planning approval rate near Walcott is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Walcott?
The most common type of planning application near Walcott is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Walcott?
You can search and track planning applications near Walcott on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.