How long do planning decisions take near Newton?

The average planning decision time near Newton is 41 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 Newton?

The planning approval rate near Newton is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Newton?

The most common type of planning application near Newton is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Newton?

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Newton, Northamptonshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Newton, Northamptonshire.

Northamptonshire · England · settlement

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

About Newton

Newton, also known as Newton in the Willows, is a quaint village located in the Ise valley within the North Northamptonshire district. Now part of the parish of Newton and Little Oakley, it had a population of 126 according to the 2011 Census, down from 147 in 2001. The village shares a combined parish council with the nearby community of Geddington, making it a key area for local planning applications and community initiatives.

Population: 126

District: Newton and Little Oakley

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £275,845 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: North Northamptonshire
Parliamentary constituency: Corby and East Northamptonshire
LSOA: North Northamptonshire 010A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Newton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Newton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

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A brief summary of Newton in Northamptonshire

Property prices in Newton show an average sale price of £275,845, 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 Newton a particularly low-crime area.

Newton has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Newton, Geddington. 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 Newton includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Ise and Meadows SSSI; 4 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 Newton

In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Newton. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 41 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Newton.

The average decision time of 41 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Newton were full planning applications (3), tree works (3), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 27% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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