Search West Somerton planning applications

10 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of West Somerton · updated daily · Great Yarmouth Borough Council

Only 3 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 10 · received or decided in the last 12 months

Somerton South Pumping Station Horsey Road West Somerton Great Yarmouth NR29 4ABAwaiting decisionReplacement Pumping Station and culvert and associated drainage works including the construction of temporary and permanent access routes, compound areas, drainage channel, culverts and crossings, utility diversions and improvements, sheet piling and reinforced concrete works, erection of temporary and permanent and temporary fencing, installation and commissioning of plant and equipment . The works constitute development by a drainage body (Broads (2006) Internal Drainage Board) to improve and repair land drainage works (Somerton South Pumping Station and culvert).Received 1 Oct 2026BA/2026/0271/CPLUD
Flegg High Ormiston Academy Somerton Road Martham NR29 4QDAwaiting decisionDischarge of condition 3 of PP 06/25/0804/F (Installation of 4 x ground-mounted air source heat pumps (ASHPs) accommodated within an acoustic enclosure adjacent to the northwest school boundary) - details of an acoustic screenReceived 22 Sep 202606/26/0747/CD
Woburn Leys Horsey Road West Somerton Somerton Norfolk NR29 4ABAwaiting decisionT1: Silver Birch (dead) - fell and replaceTreesReceived 25 Aug 2026BA/2026/0238/TCAA
Deepwell Cottage Horsey Road West Somerton Somerton Norfolk NR29 4DWApprovedCertificate of proposed lawfulness for installation of roof mounted solar panelsCertificate Proposed Lawful Use/DevReceived 28 Apr 2026Decided 7 May 2026BA/2026/0119/CPLUD
To The North Of The Dyke And West Of Horsey Road The Staithe West Somerton Somerton NorfolkT1: Oak: remove 3 lowest branches over the dyke, lift to 5m over the highwayWorks to Trees In a Conservation AreaReceived 23 Apr 2026BA/2026/0117/TCAA

Planning in West Somerton

Approved: 91%; 10 of 10 decided
Decision time: about 9 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of West Somerton in the last 24 months, from Great Yarmouth Borough Council's planning register.

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Around West Somerton

Postcode districts

NR29 153 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: Great Yarmouth Borough Council

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About West Somerton

West Somerton is a civil parish located in Norfolk, England, encompassing the twin villages of East Somerton and West Somerton. Positioned approximately 14 km north of Great Yarmouth and 35 km northeast of Norwich, this area is also just 2 km from the coast, offering potential for coastal planning considerations. It sits within the Somerton district.

Property prices in West Somerton show an average sale price of £231,129, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

The area around West Somerton has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, West Somerton 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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In the last 24 months, 18 planning applications were submitted near West Somerton. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 64 days.

The most common types were tree works (6), full planning applications (3), discharge of conditions (3). 4 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near West Somerton?

In the last 24 months, 18 planning applications were submitted near West Somerton. The approval rate is 91%.

How long do planning decisions take near West Somerton?

The average planning decision time near West Somerton is 64 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 Somerton?

The planning approval rate near West Somerton is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near West Somerton?

The most common type of planning application near West Somerton is tree works applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

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