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Planning in Great Billing

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

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

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About Great Billing

Great Billing is a civil parish located in eastern Northampton, part of the West Northamptonshire district in Northamptonshire, England. It encompasses the areas of Great Billing, Little Billing, Ecton Brook, and Bellinge, making it the largest geographical area within Northampton. With a population of 8,457 recorded in the 2011 census, the parish features a mix of established communities and newer developments. Key transport routes include the A45, providing convenient access to central Northampton via the Lumbertubs Way Interchange, making it an important area for planning applications and development opportunities.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Great Billing area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Great Billing 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, Great Billing 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.

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