How long do planning decisions take near Syresham?

The average planning decision time near Syresham is 189 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 Syresham?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Syresham?

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

How can I track planning applications near Syresham?

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Syresham, Northamptonshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Syresham, Northamptonshire.

Northamptonshire · England · settlement

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About Syresham

Syresham is a picturesque village and civil parish in West Northamptonshire, England, with a population of 855 as recorded in the 2011 census. Located near Brackley and just a stone's throw from the famous Silverstone Circuit, it is surrounded by several charming villages and hamlets, including Biddlesden, Whitfield, Helmdon, Silverstone, and Wappenham. The southern boundary of the parish is marked by the River Great Ouse, which originates within the area, and includes the small hamlets of Crowfield and Pimlico, making it a notable location for potential planning applications.

Population: 908 (2021) · Area: 1509.7 km²

District: West Northamptonshire

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £404,480 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: West Northamptonshire
Parliamentary constituency: South Northamptonshire
LSOA: West Northamptonshire 052B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Syresham.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Syresham based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Syresham.

- 30 High Street Syresham NN13 5HL
Partial change of use of shop into residential space and retain Post Office. Construction of front canopy.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2025-10-08
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- The Firs 30 Broad Street Syresham NN13 5HS
Proposed 4 bed self build dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2025-08-22
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- 1 The Hill Syresham NN13 5HN
New garage
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2025-02-05
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- Land opposite 1 The Hill Syresham NN13 5HN
Proposed replacement of garage with single dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2025-02-05
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- Land behind 32 Broad Street Syresham Brackley NN13 5HS
Outline application (all matters reserved except access) for a proposed new dwelling with access
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2024-11-15
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A brief summary of Syresham in Northamptonshire

Syresham covers an area of approximately 1509.7 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 Syresham show an average sale price of £404,480, 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 Syresham a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Syresham includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Syresham

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Syresham. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 189 days.

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

With an average of 189 days, decisions near Syresham take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 7-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Syresham were full planning applications (4), outline applications (1), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 67% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 5 medium-scale applications, 1 smaller scheme were submitted.

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