Little Houghton, Northamptonshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Little Houghton, Northamptonshire.
Northamptonshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Little Houghton are administered by West Northamptonshire Council. View the full West Northamptonshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
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.
Population: 488 (2021) · Area: 983.8 km²
District: West Northamptonshire
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £288,973 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: West Northamptonshire
- Parliamentary constituency: Daventry
- LSOA: West Northamptonshire 027C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Little Houghton.
- 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 Houghton based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
21 planning applications found near Little Houghton.
- - 17 Station Road Little Houghton NN7 1AJ
Large Horse Chestnut in right hand corner of rear garden - Crown thin by 20%
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2026-07-02
View full details - - 39 Meadow Lane Little Houghton NN7 1AH
Discharge of Conditions 3 [External Materials], 4 [Boundary Enclosure] and 6 [Landscaping] of Planning Permission 2025/0709/FULL [Proposed two storey extension to side / rear, new canopy porch roof an
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2026-04-15
View full details - - Land at 32 Lodge Road Little Houghton NN7 1AE
Construction of 4-Bedroom Detached Self-Build Dwellinghouse, Detached Garage, Formation of Vehicular Access to Serve No. 32 and Parking Areas and Associated Works including Demolition of Existing Gara
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2026-04-07
View full details - - 41 Meadow Lane Little Houghton NN7 1AH
Raising of roof ridge, two storey side extension, single storey rear extension and internal alterations.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2025-12-23
View full details - - 27 Bedford Road Little Houghton NN7 1AB
Proposed single storey extension at the rear of the property.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2025-11-10
View full details - - The Old Manor House 25 Meadow Lane Little Houghton NN7 1AH
Single storey rear extension, replace existing window with doorway and associated internal alterations including installation of steps down to existing cellar
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2025-09-15
View full details - - The Old Manor House 25 Meadow Lane Little Houghton NN7 1AH
Listed building consent for single storey rear extension, replace existing window with doorway and associated internal alterations including installation of steps down to existing cellar
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2025-09-15
View full details - - Park Cottage 81 Bedford Road Little Houghton NN7 1AB
Construction of a roof canopy over side elevation door and two storey rear extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2025-04-23
View full details - - 39 Meadow Lane Little Houghton NN7 1AH
Proposed two storey extension to side / rear, new canopy porch roof and internal alterations
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2025-02-05
View full details - - 39 Meadow Lane Little Houghton NN7 1AH
Removal of 2 x Sycamore Trees, 1 x Nordic Spruce Tree, 2 x Silver Birch Trees
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2025-01-29
View full details - - Valentines, 9 Lodge Road, Little Houghton, NN7 1AE
Construction of steps to upper-level garden and alterations to boundary wall
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2024-12-23
View full details - - Valentines, 9 Lodge Road, Little Houghton, NN7 1AE
Construction of steps to upper-level garden and alterations to boundary wall
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2024-12-23
View full details - - Meadow End 45 Meadow Lane Little Houghton NN7 1AH
Removal of lower limbs to 1 x Horse Chestnut Tree Crown reduction, Crown lift and target pruning to 1 x Beech Tree
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2024-11-29
View full details - - Ivydene 43 Bedford Road Little Houghton NN7 1AB
Beech Tree - 20% prune to stop overgrowing neighbours property
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2023-10-12
View full details - - Land to the North and East of Little Houghton CE Primary School South of Home Acre and West of Bedford Road Northampton Little Houghton NN7 1AG
Non Material Amendment to Planning Permission WNS/2022/1396/MAR [All outstanding Reserved Matters (Appearance, Layout, Scale and Landscaping) for new bus pick-up/drop-off and turning area with additio
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2023-08-23
View full details - - 48 Meadow Lane, Little Houghton, NN7 1AH
Proposed single storey side and rear extension. Removal of dormer window and porch roof, replacement window and new dormer roof to front elevation. Rendering of existing dwelling and new windows.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2023-05-24
View full details - - Land West of Bedford Road Little Houghton NN7 1AG
Condition 17 of S/2019/1391/MAO [Access Roads] Application for approval of details submitted pursuant to Condition 17 of planning permission S/2019/1391/MAO[ Outline planning application (all matter r
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2023-03-17
View full details - - Land West of Bedford Road Little Houghton NN7 1AG
Condition 18 of S/2019/1391/MAO [External Lighting] Application for approval of details submitted pursuant to Condition 18 of planning permission S/2019/1391/MAO [Outline planning application (all mat
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2023-03-17
View full details - - Land West of Bedford Road Little Houghton NN7 1AG
Condition 26 of S/2019/1391/MAO [Travel Plan] Application for approval of details submitted pursuant to Condition 26 of planning permission S/2019/1391/MAO [Outline planning application (all matter re
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2023-03-17
View full details - - Land West of Bedford Road Little Houghton NN7 1AG
Condition 20 of S/2019/1391/MAO [LEMP] Application for approval of details submitted pursuant to Condition 20 of planning permission S/2019/1391/MAO [Outline planning application (all matter reserved
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2023-03-17
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A brief summary of Little Houghton in Northamptonshire
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.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Little Houghton a particularly low-crime area.
Little Houghton has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Little Houghton, Great Houghton. 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 Little Houghton includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Upper Nene Valley Gravel Pits SSSI; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Upper Nene Valley Gravel Pits; 1 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, 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.
Planning Activity in Little Houghton
In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Little Houghton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 76 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Little Houghton may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision period of 76 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Little Houghton were full planning applications (7), listed building and heritage (3), tree works (3). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 5 medium-scale applications, 9 smaller schemes were submitted.
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