How long do planning decisions take near Upper Weedon?

The average planning decision time near Upper Weedon is 105 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 Weedon?

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

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

The most common type of planning application near Upper Weedon is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Upper Weedon?

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Upper Weedon, Northamptonshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Upper Weedon, Northamptonshire.

Northamptonshire · England · settlement

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

About Upper Weedon

Weedon Bec, commonly referred to as Weedon, is a village and civil parish located in West Northamptonshire, England, near the source of the River Nene. As of the 2011 Census, the parish had a population of 2,706, making it a vibrant community that may be of interest for planning applications in the area.

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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: North Northamptonshire
Parliamentary constituency: South Northamptonshire
LSOA: North Northamptonshire 040E

Crime Statistics

14 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 6
shoplifting: 5
anti-social-behaviour: 3

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Upper Weedon.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Weedon based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Upper Weedon.

- 58B Queen Street Weedon NN7 4RA
1x European Yew - Cut down and remove stump to ground level, due to extensive die back, poor root condition and overall poor condition of the tree.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2026-05-18
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- 64 Queen Street Weedon NN7 4RA
Alterations to existing front and rear window and door openings and internal alterations
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2026-03-04
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- 46 Queen Street Weedon NN7 4RA
Discharge of Condition 4 (Materials) on Planning Permission 2024/4148/FULL [Extension and alterations to existing dwelling at 46 Queen Street Weedon NN7 4RA]
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2025-10-21
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- 8 Oaklands Weedon NN7 4RH
Detached garage
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2025-09-26
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- 46 Queen Street Weedon NN7 4RA
Retention of existing garden shed (retrospective)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2024-08-30
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- 46 Queen Street Weedon NN7 4RA
Extension and alterations to existing dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2024-08-30
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A brief summary of Upper Weedon in Northamptonshire

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

There were 14 crimes reported in the Upper Weedon area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.

Upper Weedon has one conservation area within its boundaries: Grand Union and Oxford Canals. 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 Upper Weedon 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.

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Planning Activity in Upper Weedon

In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Upper Weedon. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 105 days.

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

With an average of 105 days, decisions near Upper Weedon take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Upper Weedon were full planning applications (5), discharge of conditions (3), tree works (2). Full planning applications account for 50% 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, 7 smaller schemes were submitted.

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