How long do planning decisions take near Draughton?

The average planning decision time near Draughton is 258 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 Draughton?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Draughton?

The most common type of planning application near Draughton is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Draughton?

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Draughton, Northamptonshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Draughton, Northamptonshire.

Northamptonshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Draughton are administered by West Northamptonshire Council. View the full West Northamptonshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Draughton

Draughton is a charming village and civil parish located in West Northamptonshire, England, roughly one mile east of Maidwell. Its geographic coordinates are SP762767, making it a key area for those researching planning applications and local development opportunities in the region.

Population: 71 (2021)

District: West Northamptonshire

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Area Information

Admin district: West Northamptonshire
Parliamentary constituency: Daventry
LSOA: West Northamptonshire 004C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Draughton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Draughton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Draughton.

- Draughton Village Hall High Street Draughton NN6 9JQ
T1 + T2 Yew Trees Laterally reduce back by 2-3m from Hall to allow clearance from building following on from recent roof repairs.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2026-02-03
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- Land adjacent to 9 High Street Draughton Northampton NN6 9JQ
Conversion and extension of existing barn to provide 1 no. dwelling together with car parking and associated works
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2025-11-12
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- Pelham Barn High Street Draughton NN6 9JQ
Front extension to existing garage, 1 no. roof light to the eastern roof plane and use of building as an ancillary annex to the main dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2024-09-05
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A brief summary of Draughton in Northamptonshire

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Draughton a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Draughton includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Draughton

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Draughton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 258 days.

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

With an average of 258 days, decisions near Draughton take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 9-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Draughton were full planning applications (2), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 67% 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, 1 smaller scheme were submitted.

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