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Planning in Wortwell

Only 1 decision near Wortwell in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Wortwell

Wortwell is a quaint village and civil parish situated in Norfolk, adjacent to Suffolk. Nestled along the River Waveney and the A143 road, it is conveniently located about 10 miles east of Diss and 18 miles west of Lowestoft, with Norwich approximately 15 miles to the north. This picturesque setting may be of interest for planning applications, given its strategic position and local amenities. The settlement has a population of approximately 555 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Norfolk district.

Wortwell covers an area of approximately 4.6 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 Wortwell show an average sale price of £284,994, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Wortwell 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 Wortwell 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, Wortwell 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 Wortwell, 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, 6 planning applications were submitted near Wortwell.

The most common types were full planning applications (2), outline applications (1).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Wortwell?
In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Wortwell.
What types of planning applications are most common near Wortwell?
The most common type of planning application near Wortwell is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Wortwell?
You can search and track planning applications near Wortwell on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.