Grimscote, Northamptonshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Grimscote, Northamptonshire.
Northamptonshire · England · settlement
About Grimscote
Grimscote is a quaint hamlet located within the civil parish of Cold Higham, in the West Northamptonshire district of England. Part of a larger parish that includes three other settlements, Grimscote had a population of 241 according to the 2011 UK census. The name Grimscote, interpreted as "Grim's Cott," is thought to reference the ancient deity Woden, adding a layer of historical intrigue to the area for those considering planning applications in this picturesque location.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £351,219 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: West Northamptonshire
- Parliamentary constituency: South Northamptonshire
- LSOA: West Northamptonshire 047E
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Grimscote.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Grimscote.
- 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 Grimscote based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
6 planning applications found near Grimscote.
- - Manor Farm Manor Road Grimscote NN12 8LN
Discharge of Conditions 15 (Stone Sample)16 (Brick Sample and 17 (Roof slate) of Planning Permission 2025/0950/S73. (Approval of removal/variation of Conditions following grant of planning permission
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2026-04-10
View full details - - Manor Farm Manor Road Grimscote NN12 8LN
Discharge of condition 15 [Stone Sample] and 16 [Sample of Roofing Materials] for planning permission 2024/0628/FULL - Change of use from agricultural building to dwelling house with new extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2026-03-23
View full details - - The Shieling 21 Manor Road Grimscote NN12 8LN
Listed building consent to replace existing single glazed windows with vacuum glazed units accoya wooden windows painted white
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2026-03-09
View full details - - The Shieling 21 Manor Road Grimscote NN12 8LN
Listed Building Consent for Replacement of block paving driveway with Olto recycled/ bound porous resin surface.
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2026-01-28
View full details - - The Cottage 29 Manor Road Grimscote NN12 8LN
Removal of current ground floor porch and existing garden wall/gate with replacement to new gate/fence. Build new ground floor extension and enlarge current double door opening in external wall.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2024-05-24
View full details - - Oak Barn Mill Lane Grimscote NN12 8LJ
Proposed single storey ground floor front extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2024-03-27
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A brief summary of Grimscote in Northamptonshire
Grimscote is a quaint hamlet located within the civil parish of Cold Higham, in the West Northamptonshire district of England. Part of a larger parish that includes three other settlements, Grimscote had a population of 241 according to the 2011 UK census. The name Grimscote, interpreted as "Grim's Cott," is thought to reference the ancient deity Woden, adding a layer of historical intrigue to the area for those considering planning applications in this picturesque location.
Property prices in Grimscote show an average sale price of £351,219, 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 Grimscote a particularly low-crime area.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Grimscote includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
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Planning Activity in Grimscote
In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Grimscote. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Grimscote may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
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 Grimscote were listed building and heritage (2), discharge of conditions (2), full planning applications (1). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.
In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 4 smaller schemes were submitted.
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Related Planning Guides
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