How long do planning decisions take near Hulcote?

The average planning decision time near Hulcote is 87 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 Hulcote?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Hulcote?

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

How can I track planning applications near Hulcote?

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Hulcote, Northamptonshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hulcote, Northamptonshire.

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

About Hulcote

Hulcote, located in the civil parish of Easton Neston, is a former village in south Northamptonshire, England. Situated north-east of Towcester along the A43 road, this area may present opportunities for planning applications related to residential or commercial development, given its strategic location.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £419,448 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: West Northamptonshire
Parliamentary constituency: South Northamptonshire
LSOA: West Northamptonshire 045A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Hulcote.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Hulcote based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Hulcote.

- 7 The Green Hulcote NN12 7HT
1 x Conifer located in the rear garden. This application seeks consent to carry out minor trimming works to the tree in order to reduce and reshape uneven growth, rebalance the canopy to improve its a
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2026-03-02
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- Easton Neston House Road To Easton Neston Estate Easton Neston NN12 7HS
Construction of a detached storage building
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2025-08-29
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- Millers The Green Hulcote NN12 7HT
Single storey rear extension (amendment to S/2021/0387/FUL).
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2023-10-18
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A brief summary of Hulcote in Northamptonshire

Property prices in Hulcote show an average sale price of £419,448, 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 Hulcote a particularly low-crime area.

Hulcote has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Towcester, Easton Neston, Hulcote. 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.

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Planning Activity in Hulcote

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Hulcote. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 87 days.

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

The average decision period of 87 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 13 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Hulcote were full planning applications (2), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 67% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 2 smaller schemes were submitted.

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