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Planning in Cottingham

Approved
93%
14 of 15 decided
Decision time
about 14 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Cottingham in the last 24 months, from North Northamptonshire Council's planning register.

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About Cottingham

Cottingham is a historic village and civil parish in North Northamptonshire, England, with roots tracing back to Roman times. Notably recorded in the Domesday Book and the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle, it lies to the north-west of Corby and falls under the administration of Corby borough. As of the 2011 census, Cottingham had a population of 906, reflecting a slight decline from 912 in 2001, which may be relevant for those considering planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 955 (2021 estimate). It sits within the North Northamptonshire district.

Property prices in Cottingham show an average sale price of £254,549, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Cottingham area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Cottingham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Cottingham has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Cottingham 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Cottingham, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 24 planning applications were submitted near Cottingham. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 100 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (7), tree works (4), outline applications (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Cottingham?
In the last 24 months, 24 planning applications were submitted near Cottingham. The approval rate is 93%.
How long do planning decisions take near Cottingham?
The average planning decision time near Cottingham is 100 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 Cottingham?
The planning approval rate near Cottingham is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Cottingham?
The most common type of planning application near Cottingham is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Cottingham?
You can search and track planning applications near Cottingham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.