How long do planning decisions take near White Hills?

The average planning decision time near White Hills is 87 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 White Hills?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near White Hills?

The most common type of planning application near White Hills is full planning applications, with 12 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near White Hills?

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White Hills, Northamptonshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near White Hills, Northamptonshire.

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About White Hills

White Hills is a residential district situated at the northern edge of Northampton, England, bordered by Kingsthorpe and nestled between the A508 and A5199 roads. This area falls within the Spring Park ward, making it a relevant location for those researching planning applications in the region.

District: Kingsthorpe

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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: West Northamptonshire
Parliamentary constituency: Northampton North
LSOA: West Northamptonshire 006A

Crime Statistics

134 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 36
shoplifting: 35
anti-social-behaviour: 22
other-theft: 10
criminal-damage-arson: 7
vehicle-crime: 5
burglary: 4
public-order: 4
other-crime: 3
drugs: 2
possession-of-weapons: 2
robbery: 2
theft-from-the-person: 2

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near White Hills.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 White Hills based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near White Hills.

- 199 Acre Lane Northampton NN2 8DX
Determination as to whether prior approval is required (under Schedule 2, Part 1, Class A of the above Order) for proposed rear extension extending 6m beyond the rear wall of the original dwelling hou
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2026-03-30
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- 20 Harborough Road North Northampton NN2 8LU
Two storey side/ rear extensions, single storey rear extension and rear box dormer window
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2025-10-13
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- 40 Harborough Road North Northampton NN2 8LU
Variation of condition 4 Plans 2024/1678/FULL (Replace the existing dormer with a new eyebrow window on the front elevation and add a proposed window to the side) Change eyebrow window to full gable f
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2025-01-31
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A brief summary of White Hills in Northamptonshire

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

The White Hills area recorded 134 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

White Hills has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Boughton, Kingsthorpe, Kingsthorpe High Street and Manor Road. 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 White Hills

In the last 24 months, 28 planning applications were submitted near White Hills. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 87 days.

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

The average decision period of 87 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 13 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near White Hills were full planning applications (12), tree works (7), discharge of conditions (5). Full planning applications account for 43% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 2 large-scale (major) developments, 9 medium-scale applications, 17 smaller schemes were submitted.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

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