How long do planning decisions take near Hinwick?

The average planning decision time near Hinwick is 61 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 Hinwick?

The planning approval rate near Hinwick is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Hinwick?

The most common type of planning application near Hinwick is discharge of conditions, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Hinwick?

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Hinwick, Bedfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hinwick, Bedfordshire.

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About Hinwick

Hinwick is a quaint hamlet located in northwest Bedfordshire, approximately nine miles from Bedford and just 1 km east of the Northamptonshire border. It falls within the parish of Podington, historically known as "Podington and Hinwick," and was first documented in the Domesday Book of 1086 with a population of 19 households. This rich history, combined with its rural setting, makes Hinwick an interesting area for those exploring planning applications and development opportunities in the region.

District: Podington

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £249,746 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: North Northamptonshire
Parliamentary constituency: South Northamptonshire
LSOA: North Northamptonshire 040D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Hinwick.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Hinwick based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Hinwick.

- Park Farm Hinwick Wellingborough NN29 7JB
21/02295/FUL - Condition 3 - Link Details (Discharge of Condition)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Bedford | Date: 2024-10-30
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- Park Farm Hinwick Wellingborough NN29 7JB
21/02295/FUL - Condition 4 - Window and Door Details (Discharge of Condition)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Bedford | Date: 2024-10-30
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- Park Farm Hinwick Wellingborough NN29 7JB
21/02295/FUL - Condition 5 - Wall Details (Discharge of Condition)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Bedford | Date: 2024-10-30
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- Outbuilding Dungee Corner Dungee Road NN29 7JB
Conversion of an existing rural building into a single two-bedroom dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Wellingborough | Date: 2024-03-15
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A brief summary of Hinwick in Bedfordshire

Property prices in Hinwick show an average sale price of £249,746, 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 Hinwick a particularly low-crime area.

Hinwick has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Hinwick, Podington. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Hinwick includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Dungee Corner Meadow SSSI; 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 Hinwick

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Hinwick. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 61 days.

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

At 61 days on average, decisions near Hinwick slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Hinwick were discharge of conditions (3).

In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications was submitted.

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