Abthorpe, Northamptonshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Abthorpe, Northamptonshire.
Northamptonshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Abthorpe are administered by West Northamptonshire Council. View the full West Northamptonshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Abthorpe
Abthorpe is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the River Tove valley in West Northamptonshire, England. Situated roughly 4 miles west of Towcester and 2 miles northwest of Silverstone, it serves as a convenient midpoint between London and Birmingham, making it an attractive area for potential planning applications.
Population: 348 (2021) · Area: 797.4 km²
District: West Northamptonshire
Website: http://www.abthorpe.net/
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £419,448 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: West Northamptonshire
- Parliamentary constituency: South Northamptonshire
- LSOA: West Northamptonshire 047A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Abthorpe.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Abthorpe.
- 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 Abthorpe based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
7 planning applications found near Abthorpe.
- - Chapel Cottage Chapel Lane Slapton NN12 8PF
Reduction works to 1x Cherry tree in the front garden of the property. Tree blocks light and could cause damage in the event of a storm.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2026-05-19
View full details - - The Old Royal Oak Slapton Hill Slapton NN12 8PE
To fell 3x Silver Birch in a conservation area
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2026-03-17
View full details - - Slapton Mill Mill Lane Slapton NN12 8PE
Removal of existing annex building and erection of a new outbuilding
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2025-12-01
View full details - - Forge Cottage The Green Abthorpe NN12 8QP
1x Chamaecyparis cypress to be felled
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2025-10-15
View full details - - Springmeadow Farm The Green Abthorpe NN12 8QP
Listed building consent for removal of existing timber subfloor and installation of limecrete floor
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2025-09-01
View full details - - 4 Stanhill Row Abthorpe NN12 8QL
Two storey side extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2025-01-23
View full details - - Fellyard Slapton Hill Slapton NN12 8PE
Reduction to 2 x Mature Ash Trees, 1 x Mature Horse Chestnut Tree & 2 x Grey Poplars
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2024-11-25
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A brief summary of Abthorpe in Northamptonshire
Abthorpe is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the River Tove valley in West Northamptonshire, England. Situated roughly 4 miles west of Towcester and 2 miles northwest of Silverstone, it serves as a convenient midpoint between London and Birmingham, making it an attractive area for potential planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 348 (2021 estimate). It sits within the West Northamptonshire district.
Abthorpe covers an area of approximately 797.4 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.
Property prices in Abthorpe show an average sale price of £419,448, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Abthorpe a particularly low-crime area.
Abthorpe has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Bradden, Abthorpe. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Abthorpe includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Bucknell Wood Meadows SSSI; 5 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Abthorpe planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.abthorpe.net/. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.
Planning Activity in Abthorpe
In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Abthorpe. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 72 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Abthorpe may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision period of 72 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Abthorpe were tree works (5), full planning applications (2), listed building and heritage (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications, 5 smaller schemes were submitted.
Nearby Towns
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