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Planning in Little Houghton

Approved
85%
11 of 13 decided
Decision time
about 16 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Little Houghton in the last 24 months, from West Northamptonshire Council's planning register.

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About Little Houghton

Little Houghton is a quaint village and civil parish situated approximately 2 miles east of Northampton in Northamptonshire, England. With a population of 412 recorded in the 2011 census, it offers a close-knit community atmosphere, making it a relevant location for those interested in planning applications and developments in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 488 (2021 estimate). It sits within the West Northamptonshire district.

Little Houghton covers an area of approximately 983.8 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Little Houghton show an average sale price of £288,973, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The area around Little Houghton has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Little Houghton 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Little Houghton, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 18 planning applications were submitted near Little Houghton. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 114 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (8), listed building and heritage (3), tree works (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Little Houghton?
In the last 24 months, 18 planning applications were submitted near Little Houghton. The approval rate is 85%.
How long do planning decisions take near Little Houghton?
The average planning decision time near Little Houghton is 114 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 Little Houghton?
The planning approval rate near Little Houghton is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Little Houghton?
The most common type of planning application near Little Houghton is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Little Houghton?
You can search and track planning applications near Little Houghton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.