How long do planning decisions take near Upper Stowe?

The average planning decision time near Upper Stowe is 25 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 Upper Stowe?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Upper Stowe?

The most common type of planning application near Upper Stowe is outline applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Upper Stowe?

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Upper Stowe, Northamptonshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Upper Stowe, Northamptonshire.

Northamptonshire · England · settlement

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

About Upper Stowe

Upper Stowe is a picturesque village located in West Northamptonshire, within the civil parish of Stowe Nine Churches. Notably, it features a church dedicated to St James, designed by P.C. Hardwick in 1855, which is distinguished by its unique bellcote instead of a traditional tower. This charming village may offer interesting opportunities for planning applications relating to heritage and community development.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £308,176 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: West Northamptonshire
Parliamentary constituency: Daventry
LSOA: West Northamptonshire 027C

Crime Statistics

1 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Upper Stowe.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Upper Stowe based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Upper Stowe in Northamptonshire

Property prices in Upper Stowe show an average sale price of £308,176, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

Neighbourhood safety in Upper Stowe is generally good, with just 1 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Upper Stowe has one conservation area within its boundaries: Grand Union Canal. 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.

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Planning Activity in Upper Stowe

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Upper Stowe. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 25 days.

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

The average decision time of 25 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Upper Stowe were outline applications (2).

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