How long do planning decisions take near Norton?

The average planning decision time near Norton is 86 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 Norton?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Norton?

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

How can I track planning applications near Norton?

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Norton, Northamptonshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Norton, Northamptonshire.

Northamptonshire · England · settlement

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

About Norton

Norton is a quaint village located in West Northamptonshire, England, with a population of 434, including nearby Brokhall, as of the 2011 census. Situated approximately 2 miles east of Daventry and 11 miles west of Northampton, it offers convenient access to Junction 16 of the M1 motorway, just 7 miles to the southeast. The village is also close to the Long Buckby railway station, 3 miles to the east, and is near the historic Roman settlement of Bannaventa along Watling Street, making it a notable area for planning applications.

Population: 376 (2021) · Area: 1612.3 km²

District: West Northamptonshire

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £304,963 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: West Northamptonshire
Parliamentary constituency: Daventry
LSOA: West Northamptonshire 016D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Norton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Norton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Norton.

- 23 Gouldens View Norton NN11 2AB
Non material amendment to lower finished floor level of the property by 300mm planning permission 2023/6617/RM (Reserved matters Application DA/2020/0170 (Hybrid planning application - Construction of
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2026-04-13
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- 1 The Paddocks Weedon Lane Norton NN11 2LP
Construction of single storey outbuilding to provide domestic storage, workshop, home office, and covered garden room
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2024-10-23
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A brief summary of Norton in Northamptonshire

Norton covers an area of approximately 1612.3 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 Norton show an average sale price of £304,963, 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 Norton a particularly low-crime area.

Norton has one conservation area within its boundaries: Grand Union and Oxford Canals. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Norton 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 Norton

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Norton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 86 days.

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

The average decision period of 86 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 Norton were full planning applications (1), amendments (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, 2 medium-scale applications was submitted.

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