How long do planning decisions take near Maidwell?

The average planning decision time near Maidwell is 88 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 Maidwell?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Maidwell?

The most common type of planning application near Maidwell is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Maidwell?

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Maidwell, Northamptonshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Maidwell, Northamptonshire.

Northamptonshire · England · settlement

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

About Maidwell

Maidwell is a village and civil parish located in West Northamptonshire, England. With a population that grew from 325 residents in 2001 to 429 by the 2011 census, the area includes the nearby village of Draughton, making it an interesting locality for planning applications and community development initiatives.

Population: 355 (2021) · Area: 1327.4 km²

District: West Northamptonshire

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Area Information

Admin district: West Northamptonshire
Parliamentary constituency: Daventry
LSOA: West Northamptonshire 003E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Maidwell.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Maidwell based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Maidwell.

- Maidwell Hall School Maidwell Hall Draughton Road Maidwell NN6 9JG
Condition 3 of WND/2023/0102 [Materials] Application for approval of details submitted pursuant to Condition 3 of Planning Permission WND/2023/0102 [Refurbishment of existing timber windows and replac
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2023-12-20
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- Maidwell Hall School Maidwell Hall Draughton Road Maidwell West Northamptonshire NN6 9JG
Internal refurbishment and alterations
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2023-03-22
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A brief summary of Maidwell in Northamptonshire

Maidwell covers an area of approximately 1327.4 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Maidwell a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Maidwell includes 3 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Maidwell

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Maidwell. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 88 days.

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

The average decision period of 88 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 13 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Maidwell were full planning applications (1), tree works (1). 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, 1 medium-scale application, 1 smaller scheme were submitted.

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