New Houghton Conservation Area

New Houghton is one of the largest conservation areas in England, covering approximately 738.9 hectares of protected landscape. The area has been designated to preserve its distinctive character, including its historic buildings, street patterns, and open spaces. Within the conservation area there are 29 listed buildings of architectural or historic importance.

At 738.9 hectares, this is a large conservation area — significantly bigger than the UK average of around 45 hectares.

Notable Listed Buildings

• Grade I Church of St MartinPE31 6UE
• Grade I Houghton Hall with Courtyard Walls Attached to North and SouthPE31 6UE
• Grade I The SquarePE31 6UE
• Grade I The WatertowerPE31 6UE
• Grade II* Houghton Hall South Lodges with Gates, Gate Piers and Walls AttachedPE31 6ZE
• Grade II 10 and 11, the StreetPE31 6TY
• Grade II 12 and 13, the StreetPE31 6TY
• Grade II 1, 2 and 3, the StreetPE31 6ZE
• Grade II 14, 15 and 16, the StreetPE31 6TY
• Grade II 20, 21 and 22, the StreetPE31 6TY
• Grade II 23 and 24, the StreetPE31 6TY
• Grade II 25 and 26, the StreetPE31 6TY
• Grade II 27 and 28, the StreetPE31 6TY
• Grade II 29 and 30, the StreetPE31 6TY
• Grade II 32 and 33, the StreetPE31 6ZE
• Grade II 4 and 5, the StreetPE31 6TY
• Grade II 6, 7, 8 and 9, the StreetPE31 6TY
• Grade II Carpenter's Yard BarnPE31 6TZ
• Grade II Hall Farm Barn or Home Farm BarnPE31 6ZD
• Grade II Hall Farmhouse or Home FarmhousePE31 6ZD

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Nearby Conservation Areas

• East Rudham4.8 km
• Flitcham5.7 km
• Great Massingham6.2 km
• Tattersett6.3 km
• Fring7.6 km
• Docking8.1 km
• Helhoughton9 km
• Dershingham9.1 km

About New Houghton Conservation Area

Is my property in New Houghton Conservation Area?

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What restrictions apply in New Houghton?

Properties in New Houghton Conservation Area may face restrictions on demolition, tree work (6 weeks' notice required), and certain exterior alterations. Contact your local planning authority for specific rules that apply here.

Learn more: What is a Conservation Area? · Restrictions · Planning Permission · CA vs Listed Building · Trees