How long do planning decisions take near Wolterton?

The average planning decision time near Wolterton is 55 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 Wolterton?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Wolterton?

The most common type of planning application near Wolterton is listed building consent applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Wolterton?

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Wolterton, Norfolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Wolterton, Norfolk.

Norfolk · England · settlement

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

District: Wickmere

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Area Information

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

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Wolterton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Wolterton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

11 planning applications found near Wolterton.

CD/26/1072 - Stable House Wolterton Park Wall Road Wolterton Norwich Norfolk NR11 7LY
Discharge of conditions 9 (tile samples) & 10 (internal insulation) of Listed building Consent RV/25/2797 (Internal and external works associated with conversion of stable block to form 5 dwellings fo
Status: Undecided | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2026-05-21
- Wolterton Park Wall Road Wolterton Norwich Norfolk NR11 7LY
Discharge of Condition 6 (Natural England Licence) of Planning Permission PF/25/0643 (Repair and restoration works to existing brick portion of piggery structure and yard walls, including a new roof s
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2026-03-31
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- Stable House Wolterton Park Wall Road Wolterton Norwich Norfolk NR11 7LY
Non-material amendment of planning permission PF/24/2041 (Single storey extension to west side to provide kitchen to serve events/function facility) to allow variation of the plan of the kitchen exten
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2026-01-22
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- Stable House Wolterton Park Wall Road Wolterton Norwich Norfolk NR11 7LY
Internal & external works to create a new door opening between the existing tack room and new kitchen extension to the west of the Stable House
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2026-01-21
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- Wolterton Park Wall Road Wolterton Norwich Norfolk NR11 7LY
Conversion of existing and derelict Bullpen with extensions and external alterations to offices for use associated with management of the Estate
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2025-12-23
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- Wolterton Park Wall Road Wolterton Norwich Norfolk NR11 7LY
Internal and external works associated with conversion of existing and derelict Bullpen with extensions and external alterations to offices for use associated with management of the Estate
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2025-12-23
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- Wolterton Hall Wolterton Park Wall Road Wolterton Norwich Norfolk NR11 7LY
T1- Walnut, Height 9m, Canopy 7m, Fell -T2- Walnut, Height- 9m, Canopy 7m, Fell- T3- Walnut, Height- 9m, Canopy 7m- Reduce canopy spread to give 3m clearance of neighbouring building -T4- Oak, Height
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2025-10-07
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- Former Piggeries and Former Peach House Wolterton Park Wall Road Wolterton Norfolk NR11 7LY
Conversion and extension of former piggeries building and restoration and extension of former peach house, Wolterton Park, Wolterton, NR11 7RY
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2025-03-07
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- Wolterton Hall Wolterton Park Wall Road Wolterton Norwich Norfolk NR11 7LY
Internal works to Wolterton Hall to satisfy fire safety requirements to include upgrading of a limited number of internal doors with seals and concealed fire rated closers, emergency lighting, protect
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2024-08-21
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- Stable House Wolterton Park Wall Road Wolterton Norwich Norfolk NR11 7LY
Variation of condition 2 (approved plans) of planning permission PF/18/0344 (Conversion and external alterations to stable block to form 5 dwellings for holiday letting and events/function facility) f
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2024-07-12
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- Stable House Wolterton Park Wall Road Wolterton Norwich Norfolk NR11 7LY
Variation of condition 2 (approved plans) of listed building consent LA/18/0345 (Internal and external works associated with conversion of stable block to form 5 dwellings for holiday letting and even
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: North Norfolk | Date: 2024-07-12
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A brief summary of Wolterton in Norfolk

Wolterton is a settlement located in Norfolk, England. It sits within the Wickmere district.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Wolterton a particularly low-crime area.

Wolterton has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Blickling, Mannington and Wolterton. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Wolterton includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Wolterton

In the last 24 months, 13 planning applications were submitted near Wolterton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.

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

The average decision time of 55 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Wolterton were listed building and heritage (4), discharge of conditions (3), full planning applications (2). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.

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