Great Yarmouth

East of England·E07000145·Data: 2025 Q1-Q4

Average

Performance rating out of 100, based on approval rate, decision speed and appeal outcomes

Great Yarmouth is a coastal planning authority in the East of England that takes a positive approach to householder applications. The authority approves the vast majority of requests, making it a relatively welcoming place to pursue home improvements. Its seaside location means coastal and heritage considerations often play a role in planning decisions.

Approval Rate

93%

of householder applications approved

Decided Within 8 Weeks

44%

meet the statutory target

Appeal Overturn Rate

32%

of refusals overturned on appeal

What to Expect

You can be reasonably confident about your chances here, as Great Yarmouth approves 93 percent of householder applications. However, you should be prepared for a longer wait than the standard 8 weeks, as only 44 percent of applications are decided within this timeframe. Most applications do get approved, but patience will be needed as the authority works through its caseload. If your application is refused, you have a decent chance on appeal, with 32 percent of refusals being overturned.

Local Planning Considerations

Great Yarmouth has several conservation areas where buildings and streetscapes are protected, so any visible changes to period properties may face closer scrutiny. The area's proximity to the coast means flood risk and coastal erosion are important planning factors that may affect certain sites. You should check whether your property falls within any of these sensitive areas before submitting your application.

Tips for Homeowners

Take time to understand whether your property is in a conservation area or flood risk zone, as these will influence what you can do and how the authority will assess your plans. Submit a clear and detailed application with good quality drawings and photos, as this helps officers process your request more quickly and confidently. Consider that decisions typically take longer than 8 weeks here, so plan your project timeline accordingly and don't assume a fast turnaround. If you're unsure about anything, contact the planning department early for advice, as their positive approval rate suggests they're generally helpful to applicants.

About the performance rating: The score out of 100 is calculated from three factors: householder application approval rate (up to 40 points), the percentage of decisions made within the 8-week statutory target (up to 30 points), and the appeal overturn rate, where a lower rate means the authority makes sound decisions that hold up on appeal (up to 20 points). A further 10 points are available for data completeness. Source: MHCLG PS2 planning statistics and Planning Inspectorate appeal decisions, 2025 Q1-Q4.

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