How long do planning decisions take near Braunston?

The average planning decision time near Braunston is 42 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 Braunston?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Braunston?

The most common type of planning application near Braunston is tree works applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Braunston?

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Braunston, Northamptonshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Braunston, Northamptonshire.

Northamptonshire · England · settlement

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About Braunston

Braunston is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the West Northamptonshire unitary authority area, near the border with Warwickshire. With a population of 1,759 as of the 2011 Census, this hilltop village is ideally positioned off the A45, nestled between Daventry and Rugby. Renowned for its historic canal junction where the Oxford Canal meets the Grand Union Canal, Braunston also features a vibrant marina, making it a significant location for those interested in planning applications related to residential, commercial, or recreational developments in the area.

Population: 1,820 (2021) · Area: 1318.3 km²

District: West Northamptonshire

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £279,830 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: West Northamptonshire
Parliamentary constituency: Daventry
LSOA: West Northamptonshire 042A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Braunston.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Braunston.

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 Braunston based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

8 planning applications found near Braunston.

- 25 Spinney Hill, Braunston, NN11 7JF
Proposed step lift to side and proposed steps to rear
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2026-02-05
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- South Lea Archer Avenue Braunston NN11 7HD
Discharge of Condition 4 (Details of Solar Panels) of Planning Permission 2025/1149/FULL (Construction of two storey extension, single storey extension with terrace over, new gabled roof with solar pa
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2026-01-19
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- 74 Greenway Braunston NN11 7JT
Lawful development certificate (proposed) for removal of conservatory and construction of single storey extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2025-10-07
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- Northview 21 Church Road Braunston NN11 7HG
Fell 1 x Sycamore Tree
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2024-11-28
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- Shadey Nook 17 High Street Braunston NN11 7HR
Removal of conifers Pollard 1 x Ash Tree
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2024-10-11
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- 31 The Green Braunston NN11 7HW
Proposed single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2024-06-13
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- Tree Tops 41 Church Road Braunston NN11 7HG
Single story front extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2023-09-19
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- 18 Eastfields Braunston West Northamptonshire NN11 7JN
T1 Birch - Newly planted as a replacement, tree has already started to outgrow its space and requires pruning. Low branches hanging in gardens and walkway and causing shading as garden plot is so smal
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2023-04-28
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A brief summary of Braunston in Northamptonshire

Braunston covers an area of approximately 1318.3 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 Braunston show an average sale price of £279,830, 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 Braunston a particularly low-crime area.

Braunston has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE, Braunston, Grand Union and Oxford Canals. 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.

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Planning Activity in Braunston

In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Braunston. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 42 days.

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

The average decision time of 42 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Braunston were tree works (5), full planning applications (3), outline applications (2). 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, 2 medium-scale applications, 12 smaller schemes were submitted.

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