How many planning applications has North Northamptonshire Council received?

North Northamptonshire Council received 667 planning applications in the last 24 months. The approval rate is 83%.

How long does North Northamptonshire Council take to decide planning applications?

North Northamptonshire Council takes an average of 66 days to decide planning applications. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for householder and minor applications, and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate for North Northamptonshire Council?

North Northamptonshire Council approves 83% of planning applications. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

How do I object to a planning application in North Northamptonshire Council?

To object to a North Northamptonshire Council planning application, you must submit your representation to North Northamptonshire Council during the public consultation period — typically 21 days from the date the application was publicised. Planning Signal shows you the consultation deadline for each application and links directly to the North Northamptonshire Council planning portal where objections can be submitted.

Can I appeal a North Northamptonshire Council planning decision?

Yes. If North Northamptonshire Council refuses your planning application, you can appeal to the Planning Inspectorate. 308 appeals were lodged against North Northamptonshire Council decisions in the last 24 months, with a 35% success rate.

North Northamptonshire Council Planning Applications

Q: How do I search North Northamptonshire Council planning applications?

You can search North Northamptonshire Council planning applications by postcode on Planning Signal. Enter any postcode in the North Northamptonshire Council area to see all nearby applications, filter by type, and track decisions in real time.

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Region: East Midlands

About North Northamptonshire Council

North Northamptonshire Council serves as the local authority for North Northamptonshire, functioning as a unitary authority that combines both district and county council responsibilities. Located at The Cube in Corby, the council has been under the majority control of Reform UK following the 2025 election. For those researching planning applications in the area, understanding the council's structure and governance is essential.

Governance

Leader: Martin Griffiths (Reform UK), since 22 May 2025

Chair: Helen Campbell (Reform UK), since 22 May 2025

Chief Executive: Adele Wylie, since 27 January 2024

Last election: 1 May 2025

Political composition: Reform UK (39), Conservative (11), Green (8), Labour (4), Independent (4), Restore Britain (1), Liberal Democrats (1)

Council Planning Features

Planning Applications - Browse all applications submitted to North Northamptonshire Council, filterable by status, type, and size
Planning Activity Summary - Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for North Northamptonshire Council
Keyword Scorecard - See how often applications in North Northamptonshire Council mention key planning constraints like heritage, flood risk, and environmental concerns
Council Boundary Map - Interactive map showing the council boundary and application locations
Full Details - View complete application details, dates and decision status

Council Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £397,386 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: West Northamptonshire
Parliamentary constituency: South Northamptonshire
LSOA: West Northamptonshire 051B

Crime Statistics

55 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 23
anti-social-behaviour: 11
criminal-damage-arson: 5
public-order: 4
shoplifting: 4
burglary: 2
drugs: 2
other-theft: 2
vehicle-crime: 2

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications in North Northamptonshire Council.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for North Northamptonshire Council based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Towns and villages in North Northamptonshire Council

380 towns and villages. Click any town to search for planning applications nearby.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings in the North Northamptonshire Council area.

Monitoring Stations

2 flood monitoring stations near North Northamptonshire Council.

Brackley (River Great Ouse)
Rainfall station

A brief summary of North Northamptonshire Council

The average property sale price in the North Northamptonshire Council area is £397,386, based on 50 recent transactions.

The North Northamptonshire Council area recorded 55 crimes in the most recent reporting period. Prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

Conservation Areas

There are 82 designated conservation areas within the North Northamptonshire Council area. Planning applications within or near these areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve architectural and historic character. Permitted development rights may be restricted.

Conservation areas include: Wakerley, King's Cliffe, Apethorpe, Woodnewton, Bulwick, Deene, Fotheringhay, Wadenhoe, Sudborough, Lowick, and 72 more.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The North Northamptonshire Council area includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Helmdon Disused Railway SSSI. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

The council area encompasses 380 towns and villages, including Brackley, Burton Latimer, Corby, Daventry, Desborough and Higham Ferrers. Planning applications across these communities can be searched using the postcode search above.

Search North Northamptonshire Council Planning Applications

Planning Signal provides a free, fast planning search for North Northamptonshire Council. Use the postcode search above to find planning applications near any address in the North Northamptonshire Council area. Unlike the official North Northamptonshire Council planning portal, Planning Signal lets you save searches, watch individual applications, and receive email alerts when decisions are made or new applications are submitted nearby.

Whether you're a resident checking North Northamptonshire Council planning applications near your home, a homeowner tracking your own application, or a property professional monitoring the local market, Planning Signal gives you the tools to stay informed about planning and development across North Northamptonshire Council.

Planning Activity

In the last 24 months, 667 planning applications North Northamptonshire Council received. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 days.

This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. North Northamptonshire Council maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.

At 66 days on average, decisions in North Northamptonshire Council slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types in North Northamptonshire Council were full planning applications (256), discharge of conditions (109), tree works (99). Full planning applications account for 38% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 12 large-scale (major) developments, 55 medium-scale applications, 598 smaller schemes were submitted. The high volume of major applications indicates significant development pressure in the area, which may interest property developers and investors.

308 planning appeals were lodged against North Northamptonshire Council decisions, of which 105 were allowed and 193 were dismissed (35% success rate).

Application Outcomes

Approved: 288 applications
Refused: 34 applications
Withdrawn: 26 applications
Awaiting decision: 319 applications

Related Planning Guides

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What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.