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Planning in Croughton

Approved
90%
9 of 10 decided
Decision time
about 18 weeks
on average

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

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About Croughton

Croughton is a quaint village and civil parish located in West Northamptonshire, England, approximately 3 miles southwest of Brackley. With a population of 992 recorded in the 2011 census, it offers a close-knit community atmosphere that may influence local planning applications and development opportunities in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,200 (2021 estimate). It sits within the West Northamptonshire district.

Croughton covers an area of approximately 873.2 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

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

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

To comment on or object to a planning application near Croughton, 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, 12 planning applications were submitted near Croughton. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 128 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (7), outline applications (1), amendments (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Croughton?
In the last 24 months, 12 planning applications were submitted near Croughton. The approval rate is 90%.
How long do planning decisions take near Croughton?
The average planning decision time near Croughton is 128 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 Croughton?
The planning approval rate near Croughton is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Croughton?
The most common type of planning application near Croughton is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Croughton?
You can search and track planning applications near Croughton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.