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North Norfolk Self-Build Register Data
North Norfolk has an outstanding deficit of 156 plots
Since 2016, 162 people have registered interest in self-build here. North Norfolk has permitted 2 plots.
Part 1 registrations
162
legal duty applies
Part 2 registrations
0
local eligibility
Plots permitted
2
since 2016
Current deficit
156
Period 7 (2022)
People on North Norfolk's self build register
Each icon represents one person on the self build register.
People on North Norfolk's self build register
162
No registrations recorded
Part 1: 162Part 2: 0
How has demand evolved?
The chart below tracks cumulative Part 1 demand, combined Part 1+2 demand, permissions granted, and the total outstanding demand over time.
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⚠️Errors and inconsistencies in reported demand data
OriginalAdjusted
Summary of Errors Found
- Missing Initial Data (2016): The dataset begins in 2016 with numbers 'Added' but no Start/End period data. These were derived assuming a start of 0.
- Arithmetic Inconsistencies (2017, 2018): In 2017 and 2018, the Reported End totals did not match (Start + Added). 2017 Reported 93 (Calculated 94). 2018 Reported 101 (Calculated 103). The derived values prioritizing 'Added' numbers were used to maintain continuity.
- Part 1 vs. Total Discrepancies (2018-2022): For several years, the 'Part 1 End of Period' figures were significantly lower than the 'Total End of Period', often appearing to reflect only the number added that specific year rather than the cumulative register. For example, in 2018, Total End was 101, but Part 1 End was 9. Adjustments were made to set Part 1 equal to Total minus Part 2 (where Part 2 was negligible/zero), to reflect the true cumulative register.
- Reporting Drop (2020): In 2020, the Total End of Period dropped to 13 (matching the Added figure), whereas the previous year ended at ~111. This was treated as a reporting error where the cumulative total was omitted. The calculated cumulative total (124) was restored.
- Data Continuity Break (2023-2024): There is a massive unexplained reduction in the 2023 dataset. The 2023 entry reports a Start of 13, whereas the 2022 entry ended with 157. Similarly, 2024 starts with 7. Following the rule to prioritize higher registration numbers and continuity, the Start figures for 2023 and 2024 were adjusted to align with the closing figures of the previous years (e.g., 2023 adjusted to Start 157).
- Group Consistency: Similar to individuals, group totals dropped to 0 in 2020 and 2023 reporting, despite 1 group being on the register previously. This was corrected to maintain the cumulative count of 1 group.
Summary of Corrections
- Cumulative Totals: Derived 'Start' and 'End' figures for all years based on the previous year's ending balance plus additions, ignoring downward spikes in reported totals (e.g., 2020, 2023) that appeared to represent data entry errors.
- Part 1 Derivation: Calculated missing or erroneous Part 1 cumulative totals by subtracting Part 2 (often 0 or 1) from the adjusted Total figures.
- 2021 Alignment: In 2021, the Reported Total End (144) was higher than the Calculated flow (141). The 'Added' figure was adjusted from 17 to 20 to bridge this gap, honoring the higher reported registration count.
Detailed compliance calculations
The full breakdown of how the deficit is calculated, including how demand carries forward for three years while surplus permissions do not.
Cells highlighted indicate values changed by error adjustments
| Base Period | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 |
| Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
| Part 1 — Individuals Added | 38 | 56 | 9 | 8 | 13 | 20 | 13 | 3 | 1 |
| Part 1 — Groups Added | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Part 1 — Total Added | 39 | 56 | 9 | 8 | 13 | 20 | 13 | 3 | 1 |
| Part 1 — Cumulative | 39 | 95 | 104 | 112 | 125 | 145 | 158 | 161 | 162 |
| Part 2 — Individuals Added | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Part 2 — Groups Added | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Part 2 — Total Added | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Permissions Granted | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Permissions — Cumulative | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Permissions Matched to Base Period | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Deficit/Surplus for Base Period | -39 | -56 | -8 | -8 | -13 | -19 | -13 | -3 | -1 |
| Unusable Surplus Permissions | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Outstanding Demand | 39 | 95 | 103 | 111 | 124 | 143 | 156 | 159 | 160 |
What's happening each year?
Looking at annual data shows whether registration rates are increasing or decreasing, and how permissions compare to new demand each year.
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What policies are in place?
Local authorities can implement various policies that affect self-build. Some restrict who can join the register, while others actively support self-build delivery.
Entry requirements
These policies can limit who is eligible to join the register.
Local connection test
Requires proof of local ties to the area
Financial viability test
Requires proof of ability to complete a build
Registration fee
Charges a fee to join the register
Support measures
North Norfolk has implemented 4 of 8 possible support measures.
Local Plan general support
Housing mix policy
Percentage policy
Supplementary guidance
Land allocations consideration
Supported specific projects
Housing strategy action
Neighbourhood plan support
Frequently asked questions
Understanding self-build registers and local authority duties.
Under the Self-build and Custom Housebuilding Act 2015, all local authorities in England must maintain a register of individuals and groups who want to build their own homes. The register helps councils understand demand for self-build plots in their area and plan accordingly.
Part 1 includes everyone who meets the basic eligibility criteria (over 18, seeking to acquire land in the area, and a British citizen/EU national with right to reside). Local authorities have a legal duty to grant enough permissions to meet Part 1 demand. Part 2 is optional and councils can apply additional local eligibility tests—such as local connection requirements—to filter applicants. While Part 2 numbers still represent real demand, there's no specific legal duty attached to meeting it.
A base period runs from 31 October to 30 October the following year. The first base period began on 1 April 2016 (when the duty came into force) and ended on 30 October 2016. Councils must count how many people joined Part 1 during each base period, then grant enough "suitable" permissions within 3 years of the end of that base period.
For each base period, we compare the Part 1 demand (registrations) against suitable permissions granted within the 3-year compliance window. If permissions fall short of demand for any base period, that shortfall becomes an outstanding deficit. Importantly, surplus permissions from one period cannot be carried forward to offset deficits from later periods—each base period must be addressed independently.
The legislation refers to granting permissions for "suitable serviced plots of land"—meaning sites with access to connections for electricity, water, and sewerage (or can be provided in a reasonable time). Councils can count permissions they've granted directly, as well as those granted on appeal or through permitted development. The permission doesn't have to be for a council-owned site.
Councils must: (1) maintain the register and allow eligible people to join, (2) have regard to the register when carrying out planning and housing functions, and (3) grant enough suitable permissions to meet the Part 1 demand from each base period within 3 years.
This data comes from North Norfolk's annual returns published by the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC), Freedom of Information requests, and published council documents. We cross-reference multiple sources to verify accuracy and flag any inconsistencies. If you spot an error, please let us know.