What types of planning applications are most common near Whitfield?

The most common type of planning application near Whitfield is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Whitfield, Northamptonshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Whitfield, Northamptonshire.

Northamptonshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Whitfield are administered by West Northamptonshire Council. View the full West Northamptonshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Whitfield

Whitfield is a charming village and parish located in the south-west of Northamptonshire, nestled in the picturesque valley of the River Great Ouse, which marks the boundary with Buckinghamshire. Surrounded by nearby villages such as Syresham, Biddlesden, Helmdon, and Silverstone, Whitfield experienced population growth, with 215 residents recorded in the 2001 census and rising to 274 by the 2011 census. This tranquil community offers a unique setting for planning applications, reflecting its rural character and proximity to other localities.

Population: 195 (2021) · Area: 932.6 km²

District: West Northamptonshire

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £397,386 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: West Northamptonshire
Parliamentary constituency: South Northamptonshire
LSOA: West Northamptonshire 053B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Whitfield.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Whitfield based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Whitfield.

- Old Quarry Farm The Avenue Whitfield NN13 5TE
Retention of mobile home as a rural worker dwelling for a temporary period of up to three years on vacant land rear to Quarry Farm
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2026-01-07
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A brief summary of Whitfield in Northamptonshire

Whitfield covers an area of approximately 932.6 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 Whitfield show an average sale price of £397,386, 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 Whitfield a particularly low-crime area.

Whitfield has one conservation area within its boundaries: Turweston. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Whitfield includes 7 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 Whitfield

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Whitfield.

The most common application types near Whitfield were full planning applications (2). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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