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Planning in Overstone

Approved
87%
13 of 15 decided
Decision time
about 15 weeks
on average

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

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About Overstone

Overstone is a village and civil parish located in West Northamptonshire, England, with a population that grew from 650 in 2001 to 741 by the 2011 Census. This small community presents opportunities for planning applications in a tranquil rural setting, appealing to those interested in developing residential or community projects in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 971 (2021 estimate). It sits within the West Northamptonshire district.

Overstone covers an area of approximately 644.2 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Overstone 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, Overstone 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Overstone, 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, 20 planning applications were submitted near Overstone. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 108 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (10), outline applications (4), discharge of conditions (2). 4 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Overstone?
In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near Overstone. The approval rate is 87%.
How long do planning decisions take near Overstone?
The average planning decision time near Overstone is 108 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 Overstone?
The planning approval rate near Overstone is 87%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Overstone?
The most common type of planning application near Overstone is full planning applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Overstone?
You can search and track planning applications near Overstone on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.