What is the planning approval rate near Whissonsett?

The planning approval rate near Whissonsett is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Whissonsett?

The most common type of planning application near Whissonsett is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Whissonsett?

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Whissonsett, Norfolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Whissonsett, Norfolk.

Norfolk · England · settlement

Planning applications in Whissonsett are administered by Breckland District Council. View the full Breckland District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Whissonsett

Whissonsett is a quaint village and civil parish located in Norfolk, approximately 5 miles south of Fakenham and 23 miles west-northwest of Norwich. With a growing population of 488 recorded in the 2011 Census, the parish is part of the Breckland district and is situated near the source of the River Wensum. Accessible by the King's Lynn railway station and Norwich International Airport, Whissonsett offers a serene rural setting ideal for potential planning applications.

Population: 464 (2021) · Area: 5.6 km²

District: Breckland

Website: http://www.whissonsett.com

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £308,200 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Breckland
Parliamentary constituency: Mid Norfolk
LSOA: Breckland 001F

Crime Statistics

3 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

other-crime: 2
violent-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Whissonsett.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Whissonsett based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Whissonsett.

- 4, The Terrace London Street, Whissonsett, Dereham, Norfolk, NR20 5SU
Single storey rear extension.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Breckland | Date: 2023-12-01
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- The Beeches London Street, Whissonsett, Dereham, Norfolk, NR20 5ST
T2 Beech 1984 No28 Fell due to fungus on tree
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Breckland | Date: 2023-09-19
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- The Seasons Colkirk Road, Whissonsett, Dereham, Norfolk, NR20 5SX
Discharge of Condition No 5 on 3PL/2022/0123/HOU
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Breckland | Date: 2023-03-22
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A brief summary of Whissonsett in Norfolk

Whissonsett covers an area of approximately 5.6 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 Whissonsett show an average sale price of £308,200, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

Neighbourhood safety in Whissonsett is generally good, with just 3 crimes reported in the most recent period.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Whissonsett planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.whissonsett.com. 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.

Planning Activity in Whissonsett

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Whissonsett. Of these, 100% were approved.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Whissonsett may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The most common application types near Whissonsett were full planning applications (1), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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