How long do planning decisions take near Irchester?

The average planning decision time near Irchester is 104 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 Irchester?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Irchester?

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

How can I track planning applications near Irchester?

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Irchester, Northamptonshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Irchester, Northamptonshire.

Northamptonshire · England · settlement

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About Irchester

Irchester is a village and civil parish located in North Northamptonshire, situated two miles south-east of Wellingborough and two miles south-west of Rushden. As of the 2011 Census, the population was recorded at 5,706, with a slight increase to an estimated 5,767 by 2019. The parish also encompasses the smaller localities of Little Irchester and Knuston, making it a notable area for potential planning applications and community development initiatives.

Population: 4,913 (2021)

District: North Northamptonshire

Website: http://www.irchester.org

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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 040E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Irchester.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Irchester based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Irchester.

- 39 Prospect Avenue Irchester NN29 7DZ
Two storey rear extension to replace existing single storey rear extension, alterations to 4 no. windows and 1 no. door to West elevation. Extension of dropped kerb and hardstanding to front
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: North Northamptonshire | Date: 2025-12-22
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- 163 Wollaston Road Irchester Wellingborough NN29 7DD
Single Storey extension to the rear of the property. Plus a velux rooflight in side elevation of roof and new first floor picture window in rear elevation.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Wellingborough | Date: 2024-06-29
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- 10 School Hill Irchester Wellingborough NN29 7AN
Partial change of use of a garage from Use Class C3 (Dwellinghouse) to a dog grooming salon (Sui Generis Use) . Hours of business will be Monday - Friday 09:00 - 17:00, partial removal of front bounda
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Wellingborough | Date: 2024-05-29
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- 4 Grange Way Irchester Wellingborough NN29 7BQ
Provision of new air source heat pump on western (front) elevation). The noise level of the heat pump will be 43 db.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Wellingborough | Date: 2024-05-01
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A brief summary of Irchester in Northamptonshire

Property prices in Irchester 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 Irchester a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Irchester includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Upper Nene Valley Gravel Pits SSSI; 2 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Upper Nene Valley Gravel Pits; 2 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Upper Nene Valley Gravel Pits. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Irchester planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.irchester.org. 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 Irchester

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Irchester. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 104 days.

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

With an average of 104 days, decisions near Irchester take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

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

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