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Planning in West Dereham

Only 5 decisions near West Dereham in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of West Dereham in the last 24 months, from King's Lynn and West Norfolk Borough Council's planning register.

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About West Dereham

West Dereham is a village and civil parish located in Norfolk, covering an area of 13.51 km² (5.22 sq mi) and home to a population of 450, according to the 2011 Census. It is governed by the district of King's Lynn and West Norfolk, making it a relevant area for those researching planning applications and local development initiatives. The settlement has a population of approximately 472 (2021 estimate). It sits within the King's Lynn and West Norfolk district.

West Dereham covers an area of approximately 13.5 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes West Dereham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, West Dereham 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near West Dereham, 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, 6 planning applications were submitted near West Dereham.

The most common types were outline applications (2), discharge of conditions (2), full planning applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near West Dereham?
In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near West Dereham.
What types of planning applications are most common near West Dereham?
The most common type of planning application near West Dereham is outline applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near West Dereham?
You can search and track planning applications near West Dereham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.