Gayton, Northamptonshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Gayton, Northamptonshire.
Northamptonshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Gayton are administered by West Northamptonshire Council. View the full West Northamptonshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Gayton
Gayton is a picturesque rural village located in West Northamptonshire, approximately 5 miles south-west of Northampton town centre. Nestled on a hill, it boasts a connected network of public footpaths linking it to nearby villages such as Bugbrooke, Milton Malsor, and Blisworth. With a population of 544 recorded in the 2011 Census, Gayton offers a quaint community atmosphere, making it an interesting area for planning applications and development opportunities.
Population: 537 (2021) · Area: 702.7 km²
District: West Northamptonshire
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Area Information
- Admin district: West Northamptonshire
- Parliamentary constituency: South Northamptonshire
- LSOA: West Northamptonshire 040C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Gayton.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Gayton.
- 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 Gayton based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
10 planning applications found near Gayton.
- - The Paddocks Baker Street Gayton NN7 3EZ
Discharge of condition 6 (All Site Clearance) of planning permission 2024/4192/OUT (Outline with all matters reserved for demolition of existing dwelling and erection of two dwellings) and 2025/4824/R
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2026-06-03
View full details - - Land to rear 17 Bugbrooke Road Gayton NN7 3EU
Change of vehicular site entrance from a bellmouth to a standard crossover, Non-Material Amendment of approved 2025/2978/S73 [Variation of conditions 1 [Plans] and 2 (Materials Schedule) amendments to
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2026-03-09
View full details - - Land to rear 17 Bugbrooke Road Gayton NN7 3EU
Variation to Plot 4 to be a self build plot as part of the development to 2025/2978/S73
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2026-03-09
View full details - - Gayton Landfill Milton Road Gayton
(WNC/25/00029/WASVOC) Variation of condition 8 of planning permission SN/01/316C to retain the Leachate Treatment Plant
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2026-03-09
View full details - - Beech House 17 Deans Row Gayton NN7 3HA
Replace asbestos slates with natural slates, remove leaking parapets,remove render from west wall and re-render, add waterproof delta membrane internally to walls below outside ground levels and make
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2026-02-26
View full details - - Beech House 17 Deans Row Gayton NN7 3HA
Listed building consent to replace asbestos slates with natural slates, remove leaking parapets,remove render from west wall and re-render, add waterproof delta membrane internally to walls below outs
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2026-02-26
View full details - - The Paddocks Baker Street Gayton NN7 3EZ
Discharge of Condition 10 [CEMP] of Planning Permission 2024/4192/OUT [Outline with all matters reserved for demolition of existing dwelling and erection of two dwellings]
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2026-02-12
View full details - - 1 Park Lane, Gayton, NN7 3HB
Demolition of the existing side extension and construction of a two-storey side extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2026-01-06
View full details - - Land to the Rear of 17 Bugbrooke Road Gayton Northampton NN7 3EU
Reserved Matters Application pursuant to WNS/2021/1998/OUT (Demolition of existing agricultural buildings and use of land for residential development of seven dwellings) to provide details of layout,
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2023-11-24
View full details - - Mulberry House 2 St Marys Court Gayton NN7 3HP
Removal of existing rear conservatory. Single storey rear extension with 3-bay roof lantern, internal alterations to provide new kitchen/dining/living area and form more comfortable utility and boot r
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2023-02-02
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A brief summary of Gayton in Northamptonshire
Gayton is a picturesque rural village located in West Northamptonshire, approximately 5 miles south-west of Northampton town centre. Nestled on a hill, it boasts a connected network of public footpaths linking it to nearby villages such as Bugbrooke, Milton Malsor, and Blisworth. With a population of 544 recorded in the 2011 Census, Gayton offers a quaint community atmosphere, making it an interesting area for planning applications and development opportunities. The settlement has a population of approximately 537 (2021 estimate). It sits within the West Northamptonshire district.
Gayton covers an area of approximately 702.7 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Gayton a particularly low-crime area.
Gayton has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Gayton, Grand Union Canal. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Gayton includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Blisworth Rectory Farm Quarry SSSI. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Gayton 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.
Planning Activity in Gayton
In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Gayton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Gayton may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 52 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Gayton were full planning applications (3), discharge of conditions (2), outline applications (1). 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, 7 smaller schemes were submitted.
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