How long do planning decisions take near Watlington?

The average planning decision time near Watlington is 44 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 Watlington?

The planning approval rate near Watlington is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Watlington?

The most common type of planning application near Watlington is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Watlington?

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Watlington, Norfolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Watlington, Norfolk.

Norfolk · England · settlement

Planning applications in Watlington are administered by Kings Lynn And West Norfolk Borough Council. View the full Kings Lynn And West Norfolk Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Watlington

Watlington is a village and civil parish located in Norfolk, England, covering an area of 6.93 km². As of the 2011 Census, it had a population of 2,455, up from 2,031 in 2001, and is situated within the district of King's Lynn and West Norfolk. This growing community may present various opportunities for planning applications, reflecting its development and increasing residential demand.

Population: 2,594 (2021) · Area: 6.9 km²

District: King's Lynn and West Norfolk

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £571,167 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: King's Lynn and West Norfolk
Parliamentary constituency: South West Norfolk
LSOA: King's Lynn and West Norfolk 019D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Watlington.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Watlington.

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 Watlington based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Watlington.

- The Poplars 2 Fen Road Watlington King's Lynn Norfolk PE33 0JB
HOUSEHOLDER: Conversion of existing outbuilding into residential annexe and construction of new carport and storage building
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Kings Lynn | Date: 2026-04-14
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- Land At Rowan Close Watlington Norfolk
SELF BUILD: Construction of 1no. self/custom build house and detached garage.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Kings Lynn | Date: 2026-01-28
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- Land At E561633 N310892 Langridge Circle Watlington Norfolk
OUTLINE APPLICATION SELF BUILD- Self Build New Bungalow
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Kings Lynn | Date: 2026-01-27
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- 2 Thomas Close Watlington King's Lynn Norfolk PE33 0TG
extension to existing property and retrospective change of use of attached purchased land to be used for garden and parking and retrospective permission for fence
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Kings Lynn | Date: 2025-02-03
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- Land Accessed Via 32 And W of 24 To 36 But E of Fairfield Lane Downham Road Watlington Norfolk
DISCHARGE OF CONDITION 3 OF PERMISSION 23/01510/RM: Reserved Matters Application, Residential Development of 22 dwellings
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Kings Lynn | Date: 2024-05-29
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A brief summary of Watlington in Norfolk

Watlington covers an area of approximately 6.9 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 Watlington show an average sale price of £571,167, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Watlington a particularly low-crime area.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Watlington 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 Watlington

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Watlington. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 44 days.

This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Watlington maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.

The average decision time of 44 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Watlington were full planning applications (4), amendments (2), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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