How long do planning decisions take near Ashby St Ledgers?

The average planning decision time near Ashby St Ledgers is 124 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate near Ashby St Ledgers?

The planning approval rate near Ashby St Ledgers is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Ashby St Ledgers?

The most common type of planning application near Ashby St Ledgers is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Ashby St Ledgers?

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Ashby St Ledgers, Northamptonshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Ashby St Ledgers, Northamptonshire.

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About Ashby St Ledgers

Ashby St Ledgers is a quaint village located in the West Northamptonshire district of England, with a post town designation of Rugby in Warwickshire. As of the 2011 census, the village had a population of 173 residents. Notably, the historic Manor House, renowned for its role in the planning of the Gunpowder Plot in 1605, has been restored and is available for rental, making it a point of interest for those considering planning applications in the area.

Population: 148 (2021) · Area: 782.2 km²

District: West Northamptonshire

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Property Prices

Average property sale price: £291,616 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: West Northamptonshire
Parliamentary constituency: Daventry
LSOA: West Northamptonshire 004D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Ashby St Ledgers.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Ashby St Ledgers.

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 Ashby St Ledgers based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Ashby St Ledgers.

- Glebe House Main Street Ashby St Ledgers CV23 8UN
Discharge of Conditions 2 (Materials) and 3 (Details of Doors and Windows) of Planning Permission 2025/2315/FULL (Refurbishment of an existing outbuilding to create a garden room at Glebe House Main S
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2025-10-03
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A brief summary of Ashby St Ledgers in Northamptonshire

Ashby St Ledgers covers an area of approximately 782.2 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 Ashby St Ledgers show an average sale price of £291,616, 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 Ashby St Ledgers a particularly low-crime area.

Ashby St Ledgers has one conservation area within its boundaries: Ashby St Ledgers. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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.

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Planning Activity in Ashby St Ledgers

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Ashby St Ledgers. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 124 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Ashby St Ledgers may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

With an average of 124 days, decisions near Ashby St Ledgers take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 5-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Ashby St Ledgers were full planning applications (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 1 medium-scale application were submitted.

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