How long do planning decisions take near Bulwick?

The average planning decision time near Bulwick is 149 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 Bulwick?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Bulwick?

The most common type of planning application near Bulwick is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Bulwick?

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Bulwick, Northamptonshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bulwick, Northamptonshire.

Northamptonshire · England · settlement

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About Bulwick

Bulwick is a quaint village and civil parish located in North Northamptonshire, England, approximately six miles north-east of Corby. With a population that rose from 152 in 2001 to 171 in 2011, it includes the nearby hamlet of Blatherwycke. The village is conveniently situated just off the A43 road and features the picturesque Willow Brook running through its centre, making it an area of interest for planning applications and local development.

Population: 153 (2021)

District: North Northamptonshire

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £250,660 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: North Northamptonshire
Parliamentary constituency: Corby and East Northamptonshire
LSOA: North Northamptonshire 003F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Bulwick.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Bulwick based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Bulwick.

- Holly Berry Barn Blatherwycke Road Bulwick NN17 3EU
Single storey front extension, new oak framed porch. Internal reconfigurations.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: North Northamptonshire | Date: 2026-01-21
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- OP4518 SP9694 Blatherwycke Road Bulwick
Construction of new rill and associated works
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Northamptonshire | Date: 2025-04-16
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- The Farmhouse Nottinghams Yard Blatherwycke Road Bulwick Corby NN17 3EU
Replacement of a number of windows and doors
Type: Heritage | Council: East Northamptonshire | Date: 2025-02-04
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- The Estate Yard Main Street Bulwick
Certificate of Lawfulness for existing development/Use: planning approval 19/01738/FUL was given on 23rd December 2019 for the conversion and extension of redundant barns on the site to form a single
Type: Amendment | Council: East Northamptonshire | Date: 2024-11-28
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- K6 Telephone Kiosk Opposite Queens Head Public House Main Street Bulwick
Works to refurbish the K6 Telephone box in same colour as current (Red), install a Defibrillator in the Telephone Box, and replace Signage to display Defibrillator.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: East Northamptonshire | Date: 2023-01-25
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A brief summary of Bulwick in Northamptonshire

Property prices in Bulwick show an average sale price of £250,660, 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 Bulwick a particularly low-crime area.

Bulwick has one conservation area within its boundaries: Bulwick. 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Bulwick includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Bulwick Meadows SSSI; 3 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Bulwick

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Bulwick. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 149 days.

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

With an average of 149 days, decisions near Bulwick 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 Bulwick were full planning applications (2), listed building and heritage (1), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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