South Norfolk Council would like to thank everyone who engaged with and took part in the first round of consultation regarding the plans for the future investment in Wymondham.

The Council has collated and analysed the feedback and results, and is pleased to share the Stage 1 Consultation Report.

South Norfolk Council Cabinet member, Lisa Overton-Neal said: “I would really like to thank so many people for taking the time to help us plan for the future of Wymondham. People’s relationship with the high street continues to change and it’s important that we invest in the town to support local businesses and protect Wymondham’s future.”

The Council received more than 1,250 responses through online and paper surveys during the consultation last year. In addition, the team held face-to-face events, including community drop-ins on market days, stakeholder meetings hosted by Wymondham Town Council, and one-to-one interviews with key stakeholders.

What we learned:

~The survey covered a wide range of topics to understand community priorities, even beyond the project's primary emphasis and scope, which focuses on enhancing the town centre to encourage greater footfall and economic activity.

~Key themes that arose included concerns about banking services, post office availability, vacant shops, traffic issues (e.g., Silfield road closures), and business rates. While many of these issues are outside the project’s scope and direct influence, the Working Group will aim to effect positively other elements where possible.

~What was abundant is a clear pride in Wymondham’s history and heritage and a shared desire to safeguard its future as a thriving market town.

The Stage 1 report provides detailed analysis of the survey responses, including key themes and insights. Free-text comments have been reviewed, and while not all could be included in the final report, they have informed the emerging priorities.

The Working Group, including elected councillors from South Norfolk Council, the Town Council, and the County Council, will use this feedback to shape concept landscape designs. These will be shared in a second round of consultation in the early spring. We look forward to seeking and hearing your views again in due course.

Thank you again for your support in helping shape the future of Wymondham Town Centre.