How long do planning decisions take near Hackleton?

The average planning decision time near Hackleton is 34 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 Hackleton?

The planning approval rate near Hackleton is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Hackleton?

The most common type of planning application near Hackleton is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Hackleton?

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Hackleton, Northamptonshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hackleton, Northamptonshire.

Northamptonshire · England · settlement

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

About Hackleton

Hackleton is a picturesque village situated in West Northamptonshire, England, approximately 5 miles south of Northampton town centre and just 2 miles from the M1 motorway at junction 15. Nestled along the B526 road that connects Northampton to Newport Pagnell, this area spans about 1,030 acres, making it an attractive location for potential planning applications due to its accessibility and proximity to major transport links.

Population: 3,134 (2021) · Area: 2632.2 km²

District: West Northamptonshire

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Area Information

Admin district: West Northamptonshire
Parliamentary constituency: South Northamptonshire
LSOA: West Northamptonshire 046H

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Hackleton.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Hackleton.

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 Hackleton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Hackleton.

- Bethyeni 11 Main Road New Hackleton Hackleton NN7 2DH
Extend existing dropped kerb
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2024-03-21
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- 17 Main Road Hackleton West Northamptonshire NN7 2AB
Condition 4 of WNS/2021/1249/FUL [Drainage] Application for approval of details submitted pursuant to Condition 4 of Planning Permission WNS/2021/1249/FUL [Proposed new dwelling]
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2023-06-22
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- 17 Main Road Hackleton West Northamptonshire NN7 2AB
Condition 5 of WNS/2021/1249/FUL [Landscaping] Application for approval of details submitted pursuant to Condition 5 of Planning Permission WNS/2021/1249/FUL [Proposed new dwelling]
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2023-06-22
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- 17 Main Road Hackleton West Northamptonshire NN7 2AB
Condition 3 of WNS/2021/1249/FUL [Construction Method Statement] Application for approval of details submitted pursuant to Condition 3 of Planning Permission WNS/2021/1249/FUL [Proposed new dwelling]
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2023-06-22
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A brief summary of Hackleton in Northamptonshire

Hackleton covers an area of approximately 2632.2 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 Hackleton a particularly low-crime area.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Hackleton 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 Hackleton

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Hackleton. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 34 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Hackleton.

The average decision time of 34 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Hackleton were full planning applications (2), discharge of conditions (1), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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