Ecton, Northamptonshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Ecton, Northamptonshire.
Northamptonshire · England · settlement
About Ecton
Ecton is a village and civil parish located in North Northamptonshire, England, positioned just east of Northampton and conveniently off the A4500 road. Notably, it was among the first villages in the region to receive conservation status, highlighting its historical significance. The name Ecton originates from Old English, combining "Ecca" and "tun," which translates to "Ecca's farm/settlement," reflecting its rich heritage.
Population: 488 (2021)
District: North Northamptonshire
Website: http://www.ectonvillage.co.uk/
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £308,176 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: West Northamptonshire
- Parliamentary constituency: Daventry
- LSOA: West Northamptonshire 005C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Ecton.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Ecton.
- 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 Ecton based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
9 planning applications found near Ecton.
- - 2 Parsons Close Ecton NN6 0QJ
T1; Yew - crown reduce lead by 4-5m. Remove ivy growth. Reduce to live growth. T18; Cornus - reduce by 1-2m. T20; Prunus - reduce by 1-2m.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: North Northamptonshire | Date: 2026-01-19
View full details - - 2 Parsons Close Ecton NN6 0QJ
Demolition of existing derelict bungalow and erection of replacement 3 bedroom detached part one and a half storey, part one storey self-build dwelling with detached garage including alterations to bo
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: North Northamptonshire | Date: 2025-12-30
View full details - - Ecton Hall Church Way Ecton
G1; 3 x Laurel stems - reduce in height by 1m. T1; Cherry - reduce weight of northern stem by 2m.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: North Northamptonshire | Date: 2025-11-12
View full details - - 3 High Street Ecton Northampton NN6 0QA
Approval of Details Reserved by Condition 4 (schedule of internal finish details, including specification of insulation sympathetic to the historic building materials) of Planning Permission reference
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Wellingborough | Date: 2025-08-13
View full details - - 3 High Street Ecton Northampton NN6 0QA
Approval of Details Reserved by Condition 4 (internal fit out, a schedule of internal finish materials, including specification of insulation sympathetic to the historic building materials) of Listed
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Wellingborough | Date: 2025-08-13
View full details - - 54A High Street Ecton Northampton NN6 0QB
Single storey side, rear extension with 2 no flat roof windows and render of existing dwelling
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wellingborough | Date: 2025-02-25
View full details - - 5 Blacksmiths Yard Ecton Northampton NN6 0QD
Please can we have permission to remove a singular small Ivy covered Yew tree approximately 4- 5 meters in height that is in close proximity to an outbuiding. The tree is located in a rear garden, ple
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Wellingborough | Date: 2025-01-15
View full details - - Ecton Hall Church Way Ecton
G1 2 x Silver Birch trees to be reduced in height by 2mtrs and shaped accordingly due to size of the tree and proximity to properties.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Wellingborough | Date: 2024-05-24
View full details - - Sunnyside 8 West Street Ecton Northampton NN6 0QY
2 x cherry trees T1 and T2: T1 trim back from the building up to 1.5 meters; T2 remove due to being in decline
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Wellingborough | Date: 2023-10-13
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A brief summary of Ecton in Northamptonshire
Ecton is a village and civil parish located in North Northamptonshire, England, positioned just east of Northampton and conveniently off the A4500 road. Notably, it was among the first villages in the region to receive conservation status, highlighting its historical significance. The name Ecton originates from Old English, combining "Ecca" and "tun," which translates to "Ecca's farm/settlement," reflecting its rich heritage. The settlement has a population of approximately 488 (2021 estimate). It sits within the North Northamptonshire district.
Property prices in Ecton show an average sale price of £308,176, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Ecton a particularly low-crime area.
Ecton has one conservation area within its boundaries: Ecton. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Ecton planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.ectonvillage.co.uk/. 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.
Planning Activity in Ecton
In the last 24 months, 13 planning applications were submitted near Ecton. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.
This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Ecton maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.
The average decision time of 53 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Ecton were full planning applications (5), tree works (4), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 38% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 12 smaller schemes were submitted.
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