How long do planning decisions take near Cold Higham?

The average planning decision time near Cold Higham is 95 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 Cold Higham?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Cold Higham?

The most common type of planning application near Cold Higham is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Cold Higham?

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Cold Higham, Northamptonshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Cold Higham, Northamptonshire.

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About Cold Higham

Cold Higham is a quaint village and civil parish in Northamptonshire, England, which also encompasses the areas of Fosters Booth (West), Grimscote, and Potcote. Situated near Weedon Bec, Pattishall, Eastcote, and Astcote, the parish is bordered to the east by the A5, following the historic route of Watling Street, a former Roman road. The population of Cold Higham was recorded at 290 in the 2011 census, reflecting a modest yet stable community.

Population: 305 (2021) · Area: 699.5 km²

District: West Northamptonshire

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £351,219 (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 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Cold Higham.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Cold Higham based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Cold Higham.

- Fairfield Butchers Lane Pattishall NN12 8LE
Erection of three dwellings, detached garages and associated external works.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2025-09-22
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- Fairfield Butchers Lane Pattishall NN12 8LE
Variations to conditions 1 and 4 Reserved Matters WNS/2021/1418/RES Application pursuant to S/2020/1898/OUT for the erection of 4 no. dwellings
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2023-08-09
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A brief summary of Cold Higham in Northamptonshire

Cold Higham covers an area of approximately 699.5 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 Cold Higham show an average sale price of £351,219, 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 Cold Higham a particularly low-crime area.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Cold Higham planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. 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 Cold Higham

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Cold Higham. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 95 days.

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

With an average of 95 days, decisions near Cold Higham take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Cold Higham were full planning applications (4), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 80% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 3 smaller schemes were submitted.

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