How long do planning decisions take near Paulerspury?

The average planning decision time near Paulerspury is 70 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 Paulerspury?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Paulerspury?

The most common type of planning application near Paulerspury is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Paulerspury?

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Paulerspury, Northamptonshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Paulerspury, Northamptonshire.

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About Paulerspury

Paulerspury is a civil parish and quaint village located in West Northamptonshire, England, roughly 3 miles south of Towcester and 8 miles north of Milton Keynes, accessible via the A5 road. The parish includes the hamlets of Pury End, Pury Hill, and Heathencote, and has experienced population growth, increasing from 991 residents in 2001 to 1,018 in 2011. This charming area may be of interest to those researching planning applications due to its developing community and proximity to major transport routes.

Population: 1,119 (2021) · Area: 1227.6 km²

District: West Northamptonshire

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Property Prices

Average property sale price: £351,219 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: West Northamptonshire
Parliamentary constituency: South Northamptonshire
LSOA: West Northamptonshire 047A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Paulerspury.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Paulerspury based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Paulerspury.

- Highfields Cuttle Mill Lane Paulerspury NN12 7LZ
Discharge of conditions 14 (Biodiversity Enhancement) 17 (Mitigation Great Crested Newts) for application 2025/0729/FULL - Demolition of existing dwelling. Construction of new dwelling
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2025-12-02
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- Land North Of 40 Tews End Lane Paulerspury
Discharge of Conditions 2 (Schedule of Materials), 9 (Habitat Boxes) and 10 (Precautionary Method Statement) of Planning Permission 2024/4764/RM (Reserved matters application (layout, scale, appearanc
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2025-10-02
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- 13 Lower Street Pury End NN12 7NS
Discharge of Condition 3 (Materials) Planning Permission - 2023/5716/FULL. Proposed extension to existing house. Demolition of existing garage and proposed double garage at 13 Lower Street Pury End We
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2024-03-22
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A brief summary of Paulerspury in Northamptonshire

Paulerspury covers an area of approximately 1227.6 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 Paulerspury show an average sale price of £351,219, 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 Paulerspury a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Paulerspury includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Whittlewood Forest SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site. 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 Paulerspury

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Paulerspury. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 70 days.

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

At 70 days on average, decisions near Paulerspury slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Paulerspury were full planning applications (4), discharge of conditions (3), outline applications (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, 6 smaller schemes were submitted.

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