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11 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Watton · updated daily · Breckland District Council

Showing 1 to 5 of 11 · received or decided in the last 90 days

45 Griston Road, Watton, Thetford, Norfolk, IP25 6DNAwaiting decisionRemoval of the existing front hedge and erection of 14.65m of 1.83m high boundary fencing, 13.45m of straight fencing and a 1.2m return to the recessed entrance, 4m-wide decorative entrance gate with a maximum height of 1.83m and two 450mm...Received week of 26 Oct 2026PL/2026/1452/HOU
Land West Of Thetford Road, Watton, Norfolk, IP25 6BAAwaiting decisionOutline planning permission for residential development of up to 140 dwellings including open space, landscaping and associated infrastructure and works, with all matters reserved for future determination apart from main vehicular access to the...Received week of 21 Sep 2026PL/2026/1329/OMAJ
12 Brandon Road, Watton, Thetford, Norfolk, IP25 6ALApprovedChestnut Tree - C1 - Crown lift over terrace in garden to 3m, removing only smaller branches to give light and clearanceTRE Works to protected treesReceived week of 14 Sep 2026PL/2026/1261/TRE
6 - 8 Dereham Road, Watton, Thetford, Norfolk, IP25 6ERAwaiting decisionChange of use of 2 no. buildings from office to 1 no. self-contained dwelling and 4 no. flats (no proposal to alter the listed building - change of use only)LB Listed building consentReceived week of 7 Sep 2026PL/2026/1239/LB
6 - 8 Dereham Road, Watton, Thetford, Norfolk, IP25 6ERAwaiting decisionChange of use of 2 no buildings from office to 1 no self- contained dwelling and 4no flatsFMIN minor applicationReceived week of 7 Sep 2026PL/2026/1029/FMIN

Planning in Watton

Approved: 100%; 16 of 16 decided
Decision time: about 11 weeks; on average

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

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Around Watton

Postcode districts

IP25 116 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: Breckland District Council

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About Watton

Watton is a historic market town located in the Breckland district of Norfolk, approximately 25 miles west-southwest of Norwich and 15 miles northeast of Thetford. Renowned for its agricultural heritage, the town hosts the annual Wayland Agricultural Show, one of the oldest one-day agricultural events in England, making it a focal point for local planning applications related to community and agricultural development. The town has a population of approximately 8,967 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Breckland district.

Watton covers an area of approximately 7.2 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 Watton show an average sale price of £261,890, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Watton 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 Watton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Watton 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at https://www.wattontowncouncil.gov.uk/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Watton, 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, 33 planning applications were submitted near Watton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 74 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (10), tree works (3), discharge of conditions (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Watton?

In the last 24 months, 33 planning applications were submitted near Watton. The approval rate is 100%.

How long do planning decisions take near Watton?

The average planning decision time near Watton 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 Watton?

The planning approval rate near Watton is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Watton?

The most common type of planning application near Watton is full planning applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Watton?

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