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Planning in Higham Ferrers

Only 7 decisions near Higham Ferrers in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Higham Ferrers in the last 24 months, from North Northamptonshire Council's planning register.

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About Higham Ferrers

Higham Ferrers is a market town and civil parish located in the picturesque Nene Valley of North Northamptonshire, near the borders of Cambridgeshire and Bedfordshire. It has a population of 8,827 as of the 2021 census and features a rich array of historic buildings, particularly around the Market Square and College Street, making it a vibrant area for potential development and planning applications. The town seamlessly integrates with the adjoining town of Rushden to the south, enhancing its appeal for various projects. The town has a population of approximately 8,825 (2021 estimate). It sits within the North Northamptonshire district.

Property prices in Higham Ferrers show an average sale price of £233,109, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Higham Ferrers a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Higham Ferrers has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Higham Ferrers 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 Higham Ferrers, 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, 28 planning applications were submitted near Higham Ferrers.

The most common types were full planning applications (4), outline applications (3), discharge of conditions (1). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Higham Ferrers?
In the last 24 months, 28 planning applications were submitted near Higham Ferrers.
What types of planning applications are most common near Higham Ferrers?
The most common type of planning application near Higham Ferrers is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Higham Ferrers?
You can search and track planning applications near Higham Ferrers on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.