Grade II listed · South Norfolk

26, the Common

26, the Common is a Grade II listed building in South Norfolk, first listed on 26 November 1976. It is one of 2,709 Grade II entries among 2,962 listed buildings in South Norfolk; 30% of South Norfolk’s current entries were listed before it.

List entry
Field	Value
Name	26, the Common
Grade	Grade II — special interest
List entry number	1155729
Date first listed	26 November 1976
Local planning authority	South Norfolk
Location	52.39840, 1.29222 (map)
Official record	Historic England list entry 1155729

Planning works on this listed building?

Planium checks which consents South Norfolk will require for your works on 26, the Common, lists what the heritage statement must cover and drafts the application text.

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What the grade means for works

Grade II buildings are of special interest and make up over 90% of listed buildings in England. Most alterations, extensions and many internal changes still need listed building consent from the council.

The protection covers the whole building, inside and out, plus fixtures and attached structures. Typical works that need consent: replacing windows or doors, removing walls or historic fabric, changing roof coverings, installing solar panels or external insulation, and adding extensions.

Listed buildings near 26, the Common

Name	Grade	Distance
Gothic Cottage	II	195 m
58 and 60, London Road	II	247 m
17, London Road	II	415 m
15, London Road	II	429 m
The Beeches	II	447 m
20, 22 and 24, London Road	II	454 m
16 and 18, London Road	II	465 m
St George'S House	II	471 m
9, London Road	II	479 m
Pleasure Farmhouse	II	480 m

Frequently asked questions

Is 26, the Common listed?

Yes. 26, the Common is on the National Heritage List for England as a Grade II listed building, list entry number 1155729, first listed on 26 November 1976. The full list entry with its description and map is on Historic England’s website.

Do I need consent for works to 26, the Common?

Works that affect its character as a building of special architectural or historic interest — inside or out — need listed building consent from South Norfolk, in addition to any planning permission or building regulations approval. Like-for-like repairs often do not, but confirm with the council’s conservation officer before you start.

Source: National Heritage List for England, © Historic England 2026, via planning.data.gov.uk. Contains Ordnance Survey data © Crown copyright and database right. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Retrieved 12 October 2026. Local authority assigned from the list entry point. This page is a summary — the legal record is the official list entry.