How long do planning decisions take near Wakerley?

The average planning decision time near Wakerley is 53 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 Wakerley?

The planning approval rate near Wakerley is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Wakerley?

The most common type of planning application near Wakerley is tree works applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Wakerley?

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Wakerley, Northamptonshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Wakerley, Northamptonshire.

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About Wakerley

Wakerley is a linear village and civil parish located in Northamptonshire, England, situated near the River Welland, which marks the boundary with Rutland. This quaint village, part of North Northamptonshire, is closely connected to its neighbouring village, Barrowden, via a footbridge. Nestled within the Rockingham Forest area, Wakerley boasts the expansive Wakerley Great Wood, one of the forest's largest remnants, making it an appealing location for planning applications related to conservation and rural development. The village's population is included in the civil parish of Duddington with Fineshade.

Population: 69 (2021)

District: North Northamptonshire

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Property Prices

Average property sale price: £355,343 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Rutland
Parliamentary constituency: Rutland and Stamford
LSOA: Rutland 005E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Wakerley.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Wakerley based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Wakerley.

- 2 Main Street Wakerley Oakham LE15 8PA
T1; Ash - remove.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: East Northamptonshire | Date: 2025-06-18
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- Stone Barn Main Street Wakerley Oakham LE15 8PA
Replacement of existing wooden windows and doors on a "like for like" basis (fitted during barn conversion c2004) due to deterioration e.g warped door, blown sealed double glazing, and decayed wood.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: East Northamptonshire | Date: 2024-03-21
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A brief summary of Wakerley in Northamptonshire

Property prices in Wakerley show an average sale price of £355,343, 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 Wakerley a particularly low-crime area.

Wakerley has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Wakerley, Barrowden. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Wakerley includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Wakerley Spinney SSSI; 8 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 Wakerley

In the last 24 months, 21 planning applications were submitted near Wakerley. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Wakerley maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.

The average decision time of 53 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Wakerley were tree works (10), full planning applications (7), listed building and heritage (2). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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