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Planning in Wells-Next-The-Sea

Approved
91%
94 of 98 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Wells-Next-The-Sea in the last 24 months, from North Norfolk District Council's planning register.

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About Wells-Next-The-Sea

Wells-next-the-Sea is a picturesque port town located on the north coast of Norfolk, England. Known for its charming harbour and vibrant coastal community, it presents a range of opportunities for planning applications, particularly in areas related to tourism, residential development, and coastal management. The town has a population of approximately 2,148 (2021 estimate). It sits within the North Norfolk district.

Wells-Next-The-Sea covers an area of approximately 16.3 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 Wells-Next-The-Sea show an average sale price of £449,218, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The area around Wells-Next-The-Sea has 13 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Wells-Next-The-Sea 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 Wells-Next-The-Sea, 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, 196 planning applications were submitted near Wells-Next-The-Sea. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (20), tree works (12), discharge of conditions (10). 3 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Wells-Next-The-Sea?
In the last 24 months, 196 planning applications were submitted near Wells-Next-The-Sea. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near Wells-Next-The-Sea?
The average planning decision time near Wells-Next-The-Sea is 54 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 Wells-Next-The-Sea?
The planning approval rate near Wells-Next-The-Sea is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Wells-Next-The-Sea?
The most common type of planning application near Wells-Next-The-Sea is full planning applications, with 20 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Wells-Next-The-Sea?
You can search and track planning applications near Wells-Next-The-Sea on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.