How long do planning decisions take near Witton?

The average planning decision time near Witton is 42 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 Witton?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Witton?

The most common type of planning application near Witton is tree works applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Witton?

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Witton, Norfolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Witton, Norfolk.

Norfolk · England · settlement

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

Population: 330 (2021) · Area: 9.8 km²

District: North Norfolk

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Area Information

Admin district: Broadland
Parliamentary constituency: Broadland and Fakenham
LSOA: Broadland 018A

Crime Statistics

20 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 6
shoplifting: 5
criminal-damage-arson: 3
bicycle-theft: 1
drugs: 1
other-theft: 1
public-order: 1
robbery: 1
other-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Witton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Witton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Witton.

- Orchard Bungalow 66 Cucumber Lane Brundall Norfolk NR13 5QR
Single storey side extension, and replacement raised decking area with Veranda.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2026-01-16
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- Edgefield House 50 Cucumber Lane Brundall Norfolk NR13 5QR
T1 Oak- Reduce southern aspect of the tree by 1.5m- Current radial spread 10m and crown lift to a height of 5m from ground level, sever Ivy. T2 Sycamore- Crown lift to a height of 5m in order to allow
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: South Norfolk Broadland | Date: 2025-01-26
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A brief summary of Witton in Norfolk

Witton is a settlement located in Norfolk, England. The settlement has a population of approximately 330 (2021 estimate). It sits within the North Norfolk district.

Witton covers an area of approximately 9.8 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

There were 20 crimes reported in the Witton area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Witton includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Yare Broads and Marshes SSSI; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): The Broads; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Broadland; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Broadland; 1 National Parks: THE BROADS. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Witton 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.

Planning Activity in Witton

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Witton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 42 days.

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

The average decision time of 42 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Witton were tree works (4), full planning applications (2). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

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