How long do planning decisions take near Sibbertoft?

The average planning decision time near Sibbertoft is 82 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 Sibbertoft?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Sibbertoft?

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

How can I track planning applications near Sibbertoft?

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Sibbertoft, Northamptonshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Sibbertoft, Northamptonshire.

Northamptonshire · England · settlement

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

About Sibbertoft

Population: 376 (2021) · Area: 1466.1 km²

District: West Northamptonshire

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £359,422 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Harborough
Parliamentary constituency: Harborough, Oadby and Wigston
LSOA: Harborough 009B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Sibbertoft.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Sibbertoft based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Sibbertoft.

- The Old School House 2 Church Street Sibbertoft LE16 9UA
Discharge of Condition 2 [Materials] of Planning Permission 2024/2471/FULL (Single Storey Rear Extension)
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2026-03-30
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- Sibbertoft Manor Nursing Home 3 Church Street Sibbertoft LE16 9UA
Discharge of Conditions 4 [External Joinery] and 20 [BNG] on Planning Permission 2024/2809/FULL [Proposed single storey, 20 bedroom nursing home, associated ancillary accommodation and parking provisi
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2026-01-19
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- Sibbertoft Manor Nursing Home 3 Church Street Sibbertoft LE16 9UA
Discharge of Conditions 5 [CEMP], 7 [Landscaping Scheme], 14 [Bat Mitigation Strategy], 16 [Lighting Strategy], 17 [GCN Precautionary Method Statement] and 18 [Biodiversity Enhancements] on Planning P
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2025-09-01
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A brief summary of Sibbertoft in Northamptonshire

Sibbertoft is a village and civil parish located in West Northamptonshire, England. The population of the parish grew from 343 in 2001 to 462 by the 2011 Census, indicating a modest increase that may influence local planning and development considerations. The settlement has a population of approximately 376 (2021 estimate). It sits within the West Northamptonshire district.

Sibbertoft covers an area of approximately 1466.1 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 Sibbertoft show an average sale price of £359,422, 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 Sibbertoft a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Sibbertoft includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Coombe Hill Hollow SSSI. 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 Sibbertoft

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Sibbertoft. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 82 days.

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

The average decision period of 82 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Sibbertoft were full planning applications (3), discharge of conditions (3), amendments (2). Full planning applications account for 38% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications, 5 smaller schemes were submitted.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

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