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Planning in Greens Norton

Approved
83%
10 of 12 decided
Decision time
about 13 weeks
on average

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

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About Greens Norton

Greens Norton is a village and civil parish located in West Northamptonshire, England, approximately 1 mile (1.6 km) north-west of Towcester. As of the 2011 census, the parish, which includes the areas of Caswell and Duncote, had a population of 1,526, reflecting a slight decrease since the 2001 census. This growing community is an area of interest for planning applications due to its proximity to Towcester and ongoing residential developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,677 (2021 estimate). It sits within the West Northamptonshire district.

Greens Norton covers an area of approximately 954.1 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Greens Norton show an average sale price of £419,448, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Greens Norton 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 Greens Norton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Greens Norton has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Greens Norton 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 Greens Norton, 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, 17 planning applications were submitted near Greens Norton. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 88 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (8), outline applications (2), listed building and heritage (2). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Greens Norton?
In the last 24 months, 17 planning applications were submitted near Greens Norton. The approval rate is 83%.
How long do planning decisions take near Greens Norton?
The average planning decision time near Greens Norton is 88 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 Greens Norton?
The planning approval rate near Greens Norton is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Greens Norton?
The most common type of planning application near Greens Norton is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Greens Norton?
You can search and track planning applications near Greens Norton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.