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Planning in Warham

Approved
95%
19 of 19 decided
Decision time
about 5 weeks
on average

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

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About Warham

Warham is a charming village and civil parish located in Norfolk, approximately 5 km inland from the picturesque north Norfolk coast. It lies 5 km south-east of Wells-next-the-Sea and 50 km north-west of Norwich, making it a serene yet accessible area for potential planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 204 (2021 estimate). It sits within the North Norfolk district.

Warham covers an area of approximately 18.6 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 Warham show an average sale price of £449,218, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Warham 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 Warham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Warham has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Warham 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 Warham, 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 Warham. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 33 days.

The most common types were tree works (11), full planning applications (1), listed building and heritage (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Warham?
In the last 24 months, 36 planning applications were submitted near Warham. The approval rate is 95%.
How long do planning decisions take near Warham?
The average planning decision time near Warham is 33 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 Warham?
The planning approval rate near Warham is 95%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Warham?
The most common type of planning application near Warham is tree works applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Warham?
You can search and track planning applications near Warham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.