How long do planning decisions take near Ravensthorpe?

The average planning decision time near Ravensthorpe is 56 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 Ravensthorpe?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Ravensthorpe?

The most common type of planning application near Ravensthorpe is outline applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Ravensthorpe?

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Ravensthorpe, Northamptonshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Ravensthorpe, Northamptonshire.

Northamptonshire · England · settlement

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

About Ravensthorpe

Ravensthorpe is a quaint village and civil parish located in West Northamptonshire, England, positioned approximately halfway between Northampton and Rugby. The area benefits from easy access to the M1 motorway, situated just six miles to the west, and the nearest railway station can be found at Long Buckby. As of the 2011 census, Ravensthorpe had a population of 646 residents, reflecting a slight decline from 656 in 2001.

Population: 669 (2021) · Area: 890.4 km²

District: West Northamptonshire

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £288,973 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: North Northamptonshire
Parliamentary constituency: Kettering
LSOA: North Northamptonshire 020C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Ravensthorpe based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

7 planning applications found near Ravensthorpe.

- Lingles Farm West Haddon Road Ravensthorpe NN6 8ET
Reserved matters (layout, scale, landscaping and appearance) relating to infrastructure works only pursuant to outline permission 2023/5732/OUT [Outline application (all matters reserved except access
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2026-03-06
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- The Old Mill House 20A High Street Ravensthorpe NN6 8EH
Variation of Condition 2 (Plans) to include additional addendum with respect to paint finish & quarry tile finish 2024/3666/LBC (Listed building consent for internal repairs to walls, floor and ceilin
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2025-11-12
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- The Old Mill House 20A High Street Ravensthorpe NN6 8EH
Discharge of Condition 4 (Flooring) of Planning Permission 2024/3666/LBC (Listed Building consent for internal repairs to walls, floor and ceiling damaged by water leak)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2025-10-17
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- Lingles Farm, Lingles Farm Office, West Haddon Road, Ravensthorpe, NN6 8ET
Non material amendment to 2024/3113/RM [Reserved Matters (Layout, Scale, Landscaping and Appearance) relating to Plots 1, 2 & 3 pursuant to outline permission 2023/5732/OUT [Outline application (all m
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2025-02-12
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- Lingles Farm West Haddon Road Ravensthorpe NN6 8ET
Reserved Matters Application (Layout, Scale, Landscaping and Appearance) relating to Plot 4 only pursuant to 2023/5732/OUT [Outline application (all matters reserved except access) for the erection of
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2024-09-06
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- Holly Cottage, 24 High Street, Ravensthorpe, NN6 8EH
Two storey extension to west end of property (replacing existing single storey outbuilding) Two storey extension to North (rear) of property (replacing existing single story utility room)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2023-08-09
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- Lingles Farm West Haddon Road Ravensthorpe West Northamptonshire NN6 8ET
Outline application (all matters reserved except access) for the erection of 4 No. dwellings (2 No. self builds and 2 No. bungalows) with associated workshop / stables / hay barn building and access.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2023-04-28
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A brief summary of Ravensthorpe in Northamptonshire

Ravensthorpe covers an area of approximately 890.4 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 Ravensthorpe show an average sale price of £288,973, 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 Ravensthorpe a particularly low-crime area.

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

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Ravensthorpe. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

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

The average decision time of 56 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Ravensthorpe were outline applications (3), discharge of conditions (3), full planning applications (1).

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 6 smaller schemes were submitted.

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