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Planning in Wickmere

Approved
100%
17 of 17 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Wickmere in the last 24 months, from North Norfolk District Council's planning register.

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About Wickmere

Wickmere is a quaint village and civil parish in Norfolk, situated 18.9 miles north of Norwich and 7.3 miles south-southwest of Cromer. With a population of 158 as of the 2011 census, it is part of the North Norfolk district and is accessible via the Bittern Line at the nearby Gunton railway station. The area is served by Norwich International Airport, making it a convenient location for potential planning applications and developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 132 (2021 estimate). It sits within the North Norfolk district.

Wickmere covers an area of approximately 7.1 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 Wickmere show an average sale price of £290,127, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Wickmere 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 Wickmere 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, Wickmere 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 Wickmere, 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, 31 planning applications were submitted near Wickmere. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 61 days.

The most common types were tree works (4), full planning applications (3), outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Wickmere?
In the last 24 months, 31 planning applications were submitted near Wickmere. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Wickmere?
The average planning decision time near Wickmere 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 Wickmere?
The planning approval rate near Wickmere is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Wickmere?
The most common type of planning application near Wickmere is tree works applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Wickmere?
You can search and track planning applications near Wickmere on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.