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Planning in Whittington

Approved
100%
12 of 12 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

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About Whittington

Whittington is a hamlet within the civil parish of Northwold in Norfolk, covering an area of 19.72 km² and part of the King's Lynn and West Norfolk district. The population of Northwold has seen a slight increase, from 1,070 in 2001 to 1,085 in 2011, and includes the nearby hamlets of Whittington and Little London. This area presents opportunities for planning applications, given its growing community and rural character.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Whittington 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 Whittington a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Whittington has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Whittington 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 Whittington, 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, 16 planning applications were submitted near Whittington. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 40 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (4), tree works (3), full planning applications (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Whittington?
In the last 24 months, 16 planning applications were submitted near Whittington. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Whittington?
The average planning decision time near Whittington is 40 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 Whittington?
The planning approval rate near Whittington is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Whittington?
The most common type of planning application near Whittington is discharge of conditions, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Whittington?
You can search and track planning applications near Whittington on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.