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Planning in Upton

Approved
96%
48 of 50 decided
Decision time
about 15 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Upton in the last 24 months, from West Northamptonshire Council's planning register.

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About Upton

Upton, a civil parish in Northamptonshire, is located approximately 3.5 miles west of Northampton town centre along the A4500 road. Once a scattered hamlet, Upton has transformed into a key area of town expansion, reflecting the growing development in the region. Its proximity to Northampton makes it a significant location for planning applications and future developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 10,028 (2021 estimate). It sits within the West Northamptonshire district.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Upton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Upton has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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

To comment on or object to a planning application near Upton, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 55 planning applications were submitted near Upton. Of these, 96% were approved, with an average decision time of 104 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (24), tree works (10), outline applications (8). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Upton?
In the last 24 months, 55 planning applications were submitted near Upton. The approval rate is 96%.
How long do planning decisions take near Upton?
The average planning decision time near Upton is 104 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 Upton?
The planning approval rate near Upton is 96%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Upton?
The most common type of planning application near Upton is full planning applications, with 24 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Upton?
You can search and track planning applications near Upton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.