How long do planning decisions take near Westwick?

The average planning decision time near Westwick is 61 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 Westwick?

The planning approval rate near Westwick is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Westwick?

The most common type of planning application near Westwick is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Westwick?

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Westwick, Norfolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Westwick, Norfolk.

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About Westwick

Westwick is a quaint village and civil parish located in Norfolk, just south of North Walsham. Spanning 4.88 km², it had a population of 53 residents across 29 households at the 2001 census, with numbers remaining below 100 by 2011. The village is part of the Swanton Abbott civil parish and falls under the North Norfolk district for local government purposes, making it an important area for planning applications and community development initiatives.

Population: 74 (2021) · Area: 4.9 km²

District: North Norfolk

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Area Information

Admin district: Broadland
Parliamentary constituency: Broadland and Fakenham
LSOA: Broadland 002F

Crime Statistics

2 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

other-theft: 1
violent-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Westwick.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Westwick.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Westwick based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Westwick.

- Laburnum Cottage 52 Long Common Road Swanton Abbott Norwich Norfolk NR10 5BH
Discharge of Condition 4 (Natural England Licence) of Planning Permission PF/24/1862 (Two storey extension and external alterations to dwelling; detached carport/store following demolition of the exis
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2026-01-28
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- Laburnum Cottage 52 Long Common Road Swanton Abbott Norwich Norfolk NR10 5BH
Two storey extension and external alterations to dwelling; detached carport/store following demolition of the existing garage.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2024-09-04
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A brief summary of Westwick in Norfolk

Westwick covers an area of approximately 4.9 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Neighbourhood safety in Westwick is generally good, with just 2 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Westwick includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Westwick Lakes SSSI. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Westwick

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Westwick. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 61 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Westwick.

At 61 days on average, decisions near Westwick slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Westwick were full planning applications (3), listed building and heritage (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 60% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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