Little Billing, Northamptonshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Little Billing, Northamptonshire.
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About Little Billing
Little Billing is part of the civil parish of Billing, situated in eastern Northampton within the West Northamptonshire district of Northamptonshire, England. This area includes Great Billing, Ecton Brook, and Bellinge, making it the largest geographical area of Northampton. The parish has seen a slight population decline, with figures dropping from 8,642 in 2001 to 8,457 by 2011. Key transport links include the A45, which provides convenient access to Northampton via the Lumbertubs Way Interchange, making it an important consideration for planning applications in the region.
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Area Information
- Admin district: West Northamptonshire
- Parliamentary constituency: Northampton South
- LSOA: West Northamptonshire 024E
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Little Billing.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Little Billing.
- 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 Little Billing based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
22 planning applications found near Little Billing.
- - 17A Elwes Way Northampton NN3 9EA
Full removal of Poplar tree. Propose to plant two Cherry Blossom trees in place of this tree.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2026-04-28
View full details - - 3 Elwes Way Northampton NN3 9EA
Ash tree growing within close proximity to a dry stone retaining wall that has collapsed. This tree needs to be removed to be able to repair the wall. To repair the retaining wall, the soil behind nee
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2026-03-12
View full details - - 9 Lady Winefrides Walk Northampton NN3 9EE
Variation of condition 2 Revised plans to show change of double garage to single, small extension to study at front, alterations to frontage, roof and east elevations of approved 2025/0804/FULL [Singl
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2026-02-25
View full details - - The Priory 1 Orchard Hill Northampton NN3 9AG
Listed building consent for change of use from offices to educational use with minor amendments to internal layout
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2026-02-19
View full details - - Old Rectory, Elwes Way, Northampton, NN3 9EA
Conversion of detached garage to home study space and replacement of roof.
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2026-01-23
View full details - - Old Rectory Elwes Way Northampton NN3 9EA
Conversion of detached garage into home study and replacement of roof.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2026-01-23
View full details - - The Conifers Great Billing Park Wellingborough Road Northampton NN3 9BQ
Permission in principle for demolition of existing house and construction of up to 8no. self-build dwellings
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2026-01-19
View full details - - 3 Sunset Court Northampton NN3 9TN
Proposed single storey rear extension including garage conversion
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2025-12-22
View full details - - Oldways 7 Elwes Way Northampton NN3 9EA
Works to 1x Malus, 1x Cherry, 1x Pine, 1x Mulberry, 1x Birch and 1x Yew within a conservation area
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2025-12-19
View full details - - The Jays Nest 105 Orchard Hill Northampton NN3 9AG
Garage conversion to provide an additional bedroom
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2025-12-10
View full details - - The Priory 1 Orchard Hill Northampton NN3 9AG
Change of use from offices to educational use (use class F1)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2025-10-28
View full details - - Former Pearce Leather Works Wellingborough Road Northampton NN3 9BG
Listed building consent for alterations and extension to existing building and conversion to 32no. flats, with provision of bin store areas and car parking.
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2025-09-05
View full details - - Former Pearce Leather Works Wellingborough Road Northampton NN3 9BG
Alterations and extension to existing building and conversion to 32no. flats, with provision of bin store areas and car parking.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2025-09-05
View full details - - 20 Elwes Way Northampton NN3 9EA
Significant reduction of two intertwined conifers
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2025-06-09
View full details - - 9 Lady Winefrides Walk Northampton NN3 9EE
Single storey front extension, two storey rear extension, single storey first floor front and side extensions and rear balcony
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2025-02-11
View full details - - Grey Gables 2 Lady Winefrides Walk Northampton NN3 9EE
Demolition of the existing garage, with ground and first-floor extensions to the side and rear; alterations
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2024-12-11
View full details - - 4 Elwes Way Northampton NN3 9EA
Removal of 1 x Ginkgo (Maindenhair tree)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2024-09-06
View full details - - Old Rectory Elwes Way Northampton NN3 9EA
Removal of 1 x Sycamore
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2024-06-24
View full details - - Old Rectory Elwes Way Northampton NN3 9EA
Removal of 1 x Cedar of Lebanon (TPO 201–G2)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2024-06-24
View full details - - Old Rectory Elwes Way Northampton NN3 9EA
Reduction of Yew, Conifer and Sycamore - TPO 201-G2
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2024-04-29
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A brief summary of Little Billing in Northamptonshire
Little Billing is part of the civil parish of Billing, situated in eastern Northampton within the West Northamptonshire district of Northamptonshire, England. This area includes Great Billing, Ecton Brook, and Bellinge, making it the largest geographical area of Northampton. The parish has seen a slight population decline, with figures dropping from 8,642 in 2001 to 8,457 by 2011. Key transport links include the A45, which provides convenient access to Northampton via the Lumbertubs Way Interchange, making it an important consideration for planning applications in the region.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Little Billing a particularly low-crime area.
Little Billing has one conservation area within its boundaries: Great Billing. 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, Little Billing 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 Little Billing
In the last 24 months, 45 planning applications were submitted near Little Billing. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 68 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Little Billing may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
At 68 days on average, decisions near Little Billing slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Little Billing were full planning applications (17), outline applications (11), tree works (10). Full planning applications account for 38% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 11 medium-scale applications, 33 smaller schemes were submitted.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 30 applications
- Refused: 0 applications
- Awaiting decision: 15 applications
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- 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.