How long do planning decisions take near Ecton?

The average planning decision time near Ecton is 64 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?

The planning approval rate near Ecton is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Ecton?

The most common type of planning application near Ecton is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Ecton?

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Ecton, Northamptonshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Ecton, Northamptonshire.

Northamptonshire · England · settlement

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

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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Area Information

Admin district: North Northamptonshire
Parliamentary constituency: Daventry
LSOA: North Northamptonshire 038D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

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

12 planning applications found near Ecton.

- 92 High Street Ecton NN6 0QB
T1: Corkscrew Willow: Crown reduce by approximately 1.2-1.5 metres in height and laterally to balance, pruning to suitable growth points to retain the flowing lines of the canopy NT2: Cherry Plum: Red
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: North Northamptonshire | Date: 2026-06-19
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26/01733/TCA - 92 High Street Ecton NN6 0QB
T1: Corkscrew Willow: Crown reduce by approximately 1.2-1.5 metres in height and laterally to balance, pruning to suitable growth points to retain the flowing lines of the canopy NT2: Cherry Plum: Red
Status: Undecided | Council: North Northamptonshire | Date: 2026-06-19
26/00586/LBC - Ecton Hall Church Way Ecton
Replacement sash and casement windows to southern elevation.
Status: Undecided | Council: North Northamptonshire | Date: 2026-05-20
- 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
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- 86 High Street Ecton NN6 0QB
Listed building consent for the replacement of all 7 windows with Schnauber heritage-slimlite/line-windows
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: North Northamptonshire | Date: 2025-12-23
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- 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
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- 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
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- 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
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- 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
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- 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
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- 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
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- 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

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, 15 planning applications were submitted near Ecton. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 64 days.

This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Ecton maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.

At 64 days on average, decisions near Ecton slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Ecton were full planning applications (4), tree works (4), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 27% 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, 11 smaller schemes were submitted.

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