Watford, Northamptonshire Planning Applications
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Planning data sourced from Northamptonshire council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months
Proposed Single storey rear extension and two storey side extension. New access and re positioning of existing window.
Change of use from agricultural land to dwelling (use class C3). Erection of a residential annex.
T1 semi mature Yew tree by a listed wall. To reduce the height to approx the apex of the garage roof and shape the sides accordingly, In order to keep the tree for amenity and privacy cover.
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About Watford - Planning Applications & Local Development
Watford is a village and civil parish located in West Northamptonshire, England, with a population that grew from 224 in 2001 to 320 by the 2011 Census. Notably, it houses the Watford Gap services, the UK's oldest motorway service station, situated directly on the M1 motorway and adjacent to the West Coast Main Line, making it a key point of interest for planning applications in the area. The other has a population of approximately 306 (2021 estimate). It sits within the West Northamptonshire district.
Watford covers an area of approximately 1322.2 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.
There are currently no active flood warnings for the Watford area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.
In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Watford a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Watford 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 Watford, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.