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Planning in Ecton Brook

Approved
91%
30 of 33 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Ecton Brook

Ecton Brook is a modern residential area within the civil parish of Billing, located in eastern Northampton, Northamptonshire. The parish encompasses Great Billing, Little Billing, Ecton Brook, and Bellinge, making it the largest geographic area in Northampton. With a population of 8,457 recorded in the 2011 census, the area features a mix of established and newer communities, with convenient access to the A45 via the Lumbertubs Way Interchange, making it an appealing location for potential planning developments.

Property prices in Ecton Brook show an average sale price of £288,973, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Ecton Brook 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, Ecton Brook 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 Ecton Brook, 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, 36 planning applications were submitted near Ecton Brook. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (11), tree works (9), outline applications (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Ecton Brook?
In the last 24 months, 36 planning applications were submitted near Ecton Brook. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near Ecton Brook?
The average planning decision time near Ecton Brook is 66 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 Ecton Brook?
The planning approval rate near Ecton Brook is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Ecton Brook?
The most common type of planning application near Ecton Brook is full planning applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Ecton Brook?
You can search and track planning applications near Ecton Brook on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.