Holdenby, Northamptonshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Holdenby, Northamptonshire.
Northamptonshire · England · settlement
About Holdenby
Holdenby is a quaint village and civil parish located approximately 5.5 miles northwest of Northampton in West Northamptonshire. With a population of 170 as recorded in the 2011 census, the village's name reflects its historical roots, translating to "Halfdan's farm" or "Halfdan's settlement." This charming locale may be of interest for planning applications given its rural character and close proximity to a larger urban centre.
Population: 96 (2021) · Area: 1612.2 km²
District: West Northamptonshire
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Area Information
- Admin district: West Northamptonshire
- Parliamentary constituency: Daventry
- LSOA: West Northamptonshire 005D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Holdenby.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Holdenby.
- 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 Holdenby based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
2 planning applications found near Holdenby.
- - Whychote House Holdenby Road Holdenby NN6 8DJ
T1 Silver Birch Works: Remove (fell) to near ground level, T3 Spruce Works: Remove (fell) to near ground level, T5 Spruce Works: Remove (fell) to near ground level. Reason: Clay shrinkage subsidence d
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2026-01-23
View full details - - Holdenby House Holdenby Road Holdenby NN6 8DJ
Discharge of Condition 5 (External materials) of planning Permission 2023/5891/FULL (Conversion of Redundant Farm Buildings to become a Single New Dwelling House at Conduit Barn, Holdenby Road, East H
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2025-01-29
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A brief summary of Holdenby in Northamptonshire
Holdenby is a quaint village and civil parish located approximately 5.5 miles northwest of Northampton in West Northamptonshire. With a population of 170 as recorded in the 2011 census, the village's name reflects its historical roots, translating to "Halfdan's farm" or "Halfdan's settlement." This charming locale may be of interest for planning applications given its rural character and close proximity to a larger urban centre. The settlement has a population of approximately 96 (2021 estimate). It sits within the West Northamptonshire district.
Holdenby covers an area of approximately 1612.2 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 Holdenby a particularly low-crime area.
Holdenby has one conservation area within its boundaries: Holdenby. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Holdenby 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 Holdenby
In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Holdenby. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Holdenby may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 45 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Holdenby were tree works (1), discharge of conditions (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
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