How long do planning decisions take near Knuston?

The average planning decision time near Knuston is 92 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 Knuston?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Knuston?

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

How can I track planning applications near Knuston?

You can search and track planning applications near Knuston on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.

Knuston, Northamptonshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Knuston, Northamptonshire.

Northamptonshire · England · settlement

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

About Knuston

Irchester is a village and civil parish located in North Northamptonshire, just two miles southeast of Wellingborough and southwest of Rushden. As of the 2011 Census, it had a population of 5,706, with an estimated increase to 5,767 by 2019. The parish also includes the areas of Little Irchester and Knuston, making it a significant locality for planning applications within the region.

Enter a postcode to search for planning applications near Knuston.

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 Knuston.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Knuston based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

Browse recent planning applications near Knuston. Filter by status:

Pending
Permitted
Refused
Withdrawn
All

Use the filter and sort options to search descriptions, addresses, and references. Sort by newest or oldest applications.

A brief summary of Knuston in Northamptonshire

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

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Knuston includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Upper Nene Valley Gravel Pits SSSI; 3 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Upper Nene Valley Gravel Pits; 3 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, Knuston 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 Knuston

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Knuston. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 92 days.

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

With an average of 92 days, decisions near Knuston 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 Knuston 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.

Nearby Towns

Explore planning applications in nearby areas:

Related Planning Guides

What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.