How long do planning decisions take near Hinton-in-the-Hedges?

The average planning decision time near Hinton-in-the-Hedges is 121 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 Hinton-in-the-Hedges?

The planning approval rate near Hinton-in-the-Hedges is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Hinton-in-the-Hedges?

The most common type of planning application near Hinton-in-the-Hedges is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Hinton-in-the-Hedges, Northamptonshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hinton-in-the-Hedges, Northamptonshire.

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

About Hinton-in-the-Hedges

Hinton-in-the-Hedges is a quaint village and civil parish located in West Northamptonshire, approximately two miles west of Brackley. The village is home to Hinton-in-the-Hedges Airfield and, according to the 2011 Census, has a population of 167, down from 179 in 2001. This small community offers a unique context for planning applications, particularly those related to rural development and airfield operations.

Population: 199 (2021) · Area: 604.9 km²

District: West Northamptonshire

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Property Prices

Average property sale price: £404,480 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: West Northamptonshire
Parliamentary constituency: South Northamptonshire
LSOA: West Northamptonshire 053D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Hinton-in-the-Hedges.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Hinton-in-the-Hedges.

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 Hinton-in-the-Hedges based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Hinton-in-the-Hedges.

- Rookery Farm Croughton Road Hinton In The Hedges NN13 5NF
Construction of agricultural barn
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2026-03-09
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- Brook Farm House, Croughton Road, Hinton In The Hedges, NN13 5NF
Yew (05/1985) to raise canopy to 3 meters above ground level removing secondary and tertiary growth only in order to provide improved access and clearance around the base of the tree. Also, crown redu
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2026-03-09
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- The Barn Sparrow Corner Road To Pub The Crewe Arms Hinton In The Hedges NN13 5NF
Single storey side extension, two front facing dormer windows
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2025-05-06
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- The Barn Sparrow Corner Road To Pub The Crewe Arms Hinton In The Hedges NN13 5NF
Demolition of existing detached timber garage and detached timber shed. Erection of three bay open oak frame garage
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2025-02-14
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- Rookery Farm Croughton Road Hinton In The Hedges NN13 5NF
Erection of an agricultural barn on a farm
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2024-01-31
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- Brook Farm, Brook Farm Barn, Croughton Road, Hinton In The Hedges, NN13 5NF
Installation of balcony and rooflights
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2023-08-09
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A brief summary of Hinton-in-the-Hedges in Northamptonshire

Hinton-in-the-Hedges covers an area of approximately 604.9 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 Hinton-in-the-Hedges show an average sale price of £404,480, 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 Hinton-in-the-Hedges a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Hinton-in-the-Hedges includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. 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 Hinton-in-the-Hedges

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Hinton-in-the-Hedges. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 121 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Hinton-in-the-Hedges may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

With an average of 121 days, decisions near Hinton-in-the-Hedges take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 5-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Hinton-in-the-Hedges were full planning applications (4), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 80% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications, 2 smaller schemes were submitted.

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