Wensum planning approval rate
Wensum ward in Norwich has a 90.2% approval rate based on 356 planning decisions. Norwich overall: 92.3%.
Last updated: September 2026
90.2%
ward approval rate
356
Decisions
321
Approved
35
Refused
92.3%
Norwich average
Wensum is 2.1 percentage points below the Norwich average, suggesting slightly tighter scrutiny in this ward. Preparation matters more here.
How Wensum compares
Wensum ward
90.2%
Norwich overall
92.3%
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Recent decisions in Wensum
Front extension (retrospective). · Thu 17 Sep 2026
Outline application for subdivision of curtilage and erection of 2no. dwellings · Tue 08 Sep 2026
Proposed 1.5 storey high double garage with storage space. · Fri 14 Aug 2026
Single storey rear and rear side extension. · Fri 05 Jun 2026
Demolition of existing single storey stores and outbuildings; front and rear ext · Fri 29 May 2026
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