How long do planning decisions take near Islip?

The average planning decision time near Islip is 42 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 Islip?

The planning approval rate near Islip is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Islip?

The most common type of planning application near Islip is discharge of conditions, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Islip?

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Islip, Northamptonshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Islip, Northamptonshire.

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About Islip

Islip is a quaint village and civil parish located in North Northamptonshire, England, situated just west of Thrapston and approximately 7 miles east of Kettering. The parish is defined by the River Nene to the east and Harpurs Brook to the north, which is a tributary of the Nene. According to the 2011 census, Islip has a population of 829 residents, making it a small but vibrant community for potential planning developments.

Population: 794 (2021)

District: North Northamptonshire

Website: http://www.islip-parish.co.uk

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £258,445 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: North Northamptonshire
Parliamentary constituency: Kettering
LSOA: North Northamptonshire 013E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Islip.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Islip based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Islip.

- The Rose And Crown 1 High Street Islip NN14 3JS
Discharge of conditions pursuant to condition 8 (Removal of Pub Signs) of NE/24/00170/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: North Northamptonshire | Date: 2026-01-12
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- The Rose And Crown 1 High Street Islip NN14 3JS
Discharge of conditions pursuant to condition 3 (External Materials) of NE/24/00170/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: North Northamptonshire | Date: 2026-01-12
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- The Rose And Crown 1 High Street Islip NN14 3JS
Discharge of conditions pursuant to condition 4 (Bat License) of NE/24/00170/FUL
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: North Northamptonshire | Date: 2026-01-12
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A brief summary of Islip in Northamptonshire

Property prices in Islip show an average sale price of £258,445, 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 Islip a particularly low-crime area.

Islip has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Thrapston, Lowick, Islip. 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 Islip includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Upper Nene Valley Gravel Pits SSSI; 2 Ancient Woodland sites; 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, Islip planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.islip-parish.co.uk. 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 Islip

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Islip. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 42 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Islip.

The average decision time of 42 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Islip were discharge of conditions (5), full planning applications (1).

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