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Planning in West Lynn

Approved
89%
201 of 218 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About West Lynn

West Lynn, a suburb of King's Lynn in Norfolk, is located on the west bank of the River Great Ouse. The area is accessible to the main town via a passenger ferry or a longer 4-kilometre road route, making it an interesting location for potential planning applications related to transport or community development. It sits within the King's Lynn and West Norfolk district.

Property prices in West Lynn show an average sale price of £314,830, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the West Lynn 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 West Lynn 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 Lynn 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 West Lynn, 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, 278 planning applications were submitted near West Lynn. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (66), discharge of conditions (47), listed building and heritage (42). 4 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 3 were dismissed (25% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near West Lynn?
In the last 24 months, 278 planning applications were submitted near West Lynn. The approval rate is 89%.
How long do planning decisions take near West Lynn?
The average planning decision time near West Lynn is 55 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 West Lynn?
The planning approval rate near West Lynn is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near West Lynn?
The most common type of planning application near West Lynn is full planning applications, with 66 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near West Lynn?
You can search and track planning applications near West Lynn on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.