What is the planning approval rate near Worthing?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Worthing?

The most common type of planning application near Worthing is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Worthing, Norfolk Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Worthing, Norfolk.

Norfolk · England · settlement

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

About Worthing

Worthing is a small village located in the Breckland district of Norfolk, England, now part of the parish of Hoe and Worthing. Historically a separate civil parish, Worthing merged with the neighbouring village of Hoe in 1935, while its ecclesiastical parish remains distinct. With a population of just 120 in 1931, this quiet village offers a unique context for planning applications, particularly in relation to rural development and community projects.

District: Hoe and Worthing

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £342,978 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Breckland
Parliamentary constituency: Mid Norfolk
LSOA: Breckland 006B

Crime Statistics

5 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

anti-social-behaviour: 1
burglary: 1
possession-of-weapons: 1
theft-from-the-person: 1
violent-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Worthing.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Worthing based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Worthing in Norfolk

Property prices in Worthing show an average sale price of £342,978, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

Neighbourhood safety in Worthing is generally good, with just 5 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Worthing has one conservation area within its boundaries: North Elmham. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Worthing includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Wensum SSSI; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): River Wensum. 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 Worthing

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Worthing. Of these, 100% were approved.

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

The most common application types near Worthing were full planning applications (6), discharge of conditions (3). Full planning applications account for 67% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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