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Planning in Culworth

Approved
86%
12 of 14 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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About Culworth

Culworth is a quaint village and civil parish located approximately 7 miles north of Brackley and northeast of Banbury in West Northamptonshire, England. Its strategic position makes it an interesting area for planning applications, catering to both local needs and potential developments within this charming rural setting. The settlement has a population of approximately 409 (2021 estimate). It sits within the West Northamptonshire district.

Culworth covers an area of approximately 928.0 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Culworth 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 Culworth 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, Culworth 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.culworth.info/.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Culworth, 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, 17 planning applications were submitted near Culworth. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 73 days.

The most common types were tree works (9), discharge of conditions (3), full planning applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Culworth?
In the last 24 months, 17 planning applications were submitted near Culworth. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near Culworth?
The average planning decision time near Culworth is 73 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 Culworth?
The planning approval rate near Culworth is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Culworth?
The most common type of planning application near Culworth is tree works applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Culworth?
You can search and track planning applications near Culworth on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.