How long do planning decisions take near Whilton?

The average planning decision time near Whilton is 56 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 Whilton?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Whilton?

The most common type of planning application near Whilton is listed building consent applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Whilton?

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Whilton, Northamptonshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Whilton, Northamptonshire.

Northamptonshire · England · settlement

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About Whilton

Whilton is a quaint village and civil parish in West Northamptonshire, England, with a population of 271 as of the 2011 Census. Located approximately 9.75 miles west of Northampton and 4.5 miles east of Daventry, it offers convenient access to transport links, including the nearest railway station at Long Buckby and Birmingham Airport. Notable for its local attractions, Whilton is home to the picturesque Whilton Locks and Marina on the Grand Union Canal, as well as the renowned Whilton Mill Kart Circuit, a starting point for many racing drivers.

Population: 308 (2021) · Area: 392.8 km²

District: West Northamptonshire

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £279,830 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: West Northamptonshire
Parliamentary constituency: Daventry
LSOA: West Northamptonshire 016C

Crime Statistics

1 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 1

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Whilton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Whilton.

- Stone House The Green Whilton NN11 2NU
Proposed rear (North) single storey extension and annex alterations
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2026-01-26
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- Stone House The Green Whilton NN11 2NU
Proposed rear (North) single storey extension and annex alterations
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2026-01-26
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- Stone House, The Green, Whilton, NN11 2NU
Internal alterations & repairs to Stone House.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2025-10-10
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- The Stables Manor Lane Whilton Northampton
New Agricultural storage barn
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2025-09-05
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- Ivy Bank Main Street Whilton NN11 2NN
Non material amendment to move proposed extension to be moved 2m away from the adjacent property boundary of 2024/3352/FULL (Refurbishment of existing bungalow and construction of rear extension. Demo
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2025-01-15
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- Inglenook, Main Street, Whilton, NN11 2NN
Proposed single storey rear link extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2023-10-18
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A brief summary of Whilton in Northamptonshire

Whilton covers an area of approximately 392.8 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Whilton show an average sale price of £279,830, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

Whilton has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Brockhall, Grand Union and Oxford Canals. 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.

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Planning Activity in Whilton

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Whilton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

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

The average decision time of 56 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Whilton were listed building and heritage (2), full planning applications (1), outline applications (1). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 4 smaller schemes were submitted.

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