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Planning in Wootton

Approved
90%
53 of 57 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Wootton in the last 24 months, from West Northamptonshire Council's planning register.

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About Wootton

Wootton, located approximately 3 miles south of Northampton town centre, is a civil parish within the West Northamptonshire district of Northamptonshire, England. Once a standalone village, it has now integrated into the urban landscape of Northampton, making it a relevant area for planning applications and development projects. The settlement has a population of approximately 8,587 (2021 estimate). It sits within the West Northamptonshire district.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Wootton 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 Wootton, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 65 planning applications were submitted near Wootton. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 82 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (27), outline applications (15), tree works (11). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Wootton?
In the last 24 months, 65 planning applications were submitted near Wootton. The approval rate is 90%.
How long do planning decisions take near Wootton?
The average planning decision time near Wootton is 82 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 Wootton?
The planning approval rate near Wootton is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Wootton?
The most common type of planning application near Wootton is full planning applications, with 27 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Wootton?
You can search and track planning applications near Wootton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.