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Planning in Daventry

Approved
93%
112 of 119 decided
Decision time
about 13 weeks
on average

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

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About Daventry

Daventry is a market town and civil parish located in West Northamptonshire, England, near the border with Warwickshire. As of the 2021 Census, it boasts a population of 28,123, ranking it as the sixth-largest town in the region. This growing community is a key area for planning applications, reflecting its development potential and local amenities. The town has a population of approximately 28,134 (2021 estimate). It sits within the West Northamptonshire district.

Daventry covers an area of approximately 14.7 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 Daventry show an average sale price of £281,619, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Daventry 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 Daventry 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, Daventry 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.daventrytowncouncil.gov.uk/.

Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Daventry, 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, 142 planning applications were submitted near Daventry. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 93 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (45), discharge of conditions (42), listed building and heritage (12). 13 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Daventry?
In the last 24 months, 142 planning applications were submitted near Daventry. The approval rate is 93%.
How long do planning decisions take near Daventry?
The average planning decision time near Daventry is 93 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 Daventry?
The planning approval rate near Daventry is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Daventry?
The most common type of planning application near Daventry is full planning applications, with 45 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Daventry?
You can search and track planning applications near Daventry on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.