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59 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Northampton · updated daily · West Northamptonshire Council

Showing 1 to 5 of 59 · received or decided in the last 90 days

42-44 Henry Street Northampton NN1 4JEAwaiting decisionTo determine if prior approval is required for a proposed Change of use from Commercial, Business and Service (Use Class E) to Dwellinghouses (Use Class C3) [under schedule 2, Part 3, Class MA of the above order] for the creation of 8x self contained residential dwellings.Prior ApprovalReceived 3 Nov 20262026/4421/PA
15 Marriott Street Northampton NN2 6AWAwaiting decisionProposed internal alterations and minor rear elevation works in connection with change of use from a 6 room, 6 person house in multiple occupation (Use Class C4) to a 9 room, 9 person house in multiple occupation (Sui Generis)Full Planning PermissionReceived 2 Nov 20262026/3454/FULL
First Floor And Second Floor 21 Fish Street Northampton NN1 2AAAwaiting decisionTo determine if Prior Approval required [under Schedule 2, Part 3, Class MA of the above order] for the conversion of the Upper floors from offices to one 3x bed residential flatPrior ApprovalReceived 28 Oct 20262026/4064/PA
82 Northcote Street Northampton NN2 6BGAwaiting decisionProposed Conversion of existing dwelling to 2No. Self Contained Flats including Single storey extension and Dormer to rearFull Planning PermissionReceived 23 Oct 20262026/4250/FULL
4 St Georges Place Northampton NN2 6EPAwaiting decisionProposed Single Storey Rear Extension and Internal Alterations in Connection with Change of Use from a 6-Room, 6-Person HMO (Use Class C4) to a 9-Room, 11-Person HMO (Sui Generis)Full Planning PermissionReceived 19 Oct 20262026/4130/FULL

Planning in Northampton

Approved: 86%; 231 of 258 decided
Decision time: about 14 weeks; on average

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

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Around Northampton

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NN1 183 applications in the last 12 monthsNN2 121 applications in the last 12 monthsNN5 105 applications in the last 12 months

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About Northampton

Northampton, located in Northamptonshire, is the county town and administrative centre of West Northamptonshire. Situated along the River Nene, approximately 60 miles north-west of London and 50 miles south-east of Birmingham, it is one of England's largest towns, with a population of 249,093 in its urban area as per the 2021 census. The parish of Northampton itself has a population of 137,387, making it a significant focus for planning applications and development projects in the region.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Northampton 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 Northampton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Northampton 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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In the last 24 months, 343 planning applications were submitted near Northampton. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 98 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (116), discharge of conditions (74), tree works (28). 28 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 3 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Northampton?

In the last 24 months, 343 planning applications were submitted near Northampton. The approval rate is 86%.

How long do planning decisions take near Northampton?

The average planning decision time near Northampton is 98 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 Northampton?

The planning approval rate near Northampton is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Northampton?

The most common type of planning application near Northampton is full planning applications, with 116 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Northampton?

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