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Planning in Nether Heyford

Approved
81%
21 of 26 decided
Decision time
about 13 weeks
on average

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

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About Nether Heyford

Nether Heyford is a village and civil parish located in West Northamptonshire, England, situated just 6 miles west of Northampton and conveniently close to key transport routes including the M1 motorway, A5, and A45 roads. The nearby village of Upper Heyford lies approximately half a mile to the north, making this area an accessible option for potential development and planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,616 (2021 estimate). It sits within the West Northamptonshire district.

Nether Heyford covers an area of approximately 849.5 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 Nether Heyford show an average sale price of £288,973, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Nether Heyford area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Nether Heyford a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Nether Heyford has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Nether Heyford 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 Nether Heyford, 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, 30 planning applications were submitted near Nether Heyford. Of these, 81% were approved, with an average decision time of 94 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (12), tree works (9), outline applications (6). 3 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (67% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Nether Heyford?
In the last 24 months, 30 planning applications were submitted near Nether Heyford. The approval rate is 81%.
How long do planning decisions take near Nether Heyford?
The average planning decision time near Nether Heyford is 94 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 Nether Heyford?
The planning approval rate near Nether Heyford is 81%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Nether Heyford?
The most common type of planning application near Nether Heyford is full planning applications, with 12 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Nether Heyford?
You can search and track planning applications near Nether Heyford on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.