Preston Capes, Northamptonshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Preston Capes, Northamptonshire.
Northamptonshire · England · settlement
About Preston Capes
Preston Capes is a charming village and civil parish located in West Northamptonshire, England. According to the 2011 census, the population, which includes Canons Abbey, is 216, reflecting growth from 188 in 2001. This quaint locality may present opportunities for planning applications, given its small yet evolving community.
Population: 201 (2021) · Area: 1870.0 km²
District: West Northamptonshire
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £279,830 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: West Northamptonshire
- Parliamentary constituency: Daventry
- LSOA: West Northamptonshire 010D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Preston Capes.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Preston Capes.
- 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 Preston Capes based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
9 planning applications found near Preston Capes.
- - Hall Farm House Charwelton Road Preston Capes NN11 3TA
Ash Tree - To be felled in order to enable repair works to wall bordering public footpath.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2026-03-30
View full details - - The Old Rectory Church Way Preston Capes NN11 3TE
Works to 2x Ash trees, 2x Sycamore trees and 4x Fruit trees
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2025-12-02
View full details - - South Barn, Lodge Farm, Stowe Road, Preston Capes NN11 3TZ
Change of use of an agricultural building to two residential units with associated building operations.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Outline | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2025-05-16
View full details - - 4 Church Way Preston Capes NN11 3TE
T 1, This is a Goat Willow (Salix caprea) We would like to re pollard to existing pollard point.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2025-04-02
View full details - - Danecot Church Way Preston Capes NN11 3TE
Removal of Large Cherry Tree
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2024-10-11
View full details - - Stone Place Old Forge Lane Preston Capes NN11 3TD
Willow tree - to be felled as appears to have died
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2024-09-06
View full details - - Woodhouse Toad, Swan Farm Buildings, Charwelton Road, Preston Capes, Northamptonshire NN11 3TA
Application for the approval of details submitted pursuant to Condition 8 (Archeaology) of Planning Permission [DA/2020/0962]. [Replacement of commercial/industrial building together with revised park
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2023-12-01
View full details - - The Bank High Street Preston Capes NN11 3TB
Works to remove 1x Spruce tree in the conservation area
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2023-08-17
View full details - - City Cottage Church Way Preston Capes NN11 3TE
T1- Magnolia. give 1m clearance from hall roof and check bracing systems
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2023-08-17
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A brief summary of Preston Capes in Northamptonshire
Preston Capes is a charming village and civil parish located in West Northamptonshire, England. According to the 2011 census, the population, which includes Canons Abbey, is 216, reflecting growth from 188 in 2001. This quaint locality may present opportunities for planning applications, given its small yet evolving community. The settlement has a population of approximately 201 (2021 estimate). It sits within the West Northamptonshire district.
Preston Capes covers an area of approximately 1870.0 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 Preston Capes show an average sale price of £279,830, 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 Preston Capes a particularly low-crime area.
Preston Capes has one conservation area within its boundaries: Preston Capes. 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.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Preston Capes includes 3 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Preston Capes 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 Preston Capes
In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Preston Capes. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 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 Preston Capes.
The average decision time of 45 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Preston Capes were tree works (5), outline applications (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.