How long do planning decisions take near Yardley Hastings?

The average planning decision time near Yardley Hastings is 47 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 Yardley Hastings?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Yardley Hastings?

The most common type of planning application near Yardley Hastings is tree works applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Yardley Hastings?

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Yardley Hastings, Northamptonshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Yardley Hastings, Northamptonshire.

Northamptonshire · England · settlement

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

About Yardley Hastings

Yardley Hastings is a picturesque village and civil parish situated in West Northamptonshire, England, just south-east of Northampton. The village is conveniently bordered by the A428 road, providing easy access to Bedford, making it a key location for potential planning applications and developments in the area.

Population: 744 (2021) · Area: 1693.9 km²

District: West Northamptonshire

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Area Information

Admin district: West Northamptonshire
Parliamentary constituency: South Northamptonshire
LSOA: West Northamptonshire 040C

Crime Statistics

3 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

burglary: 2
anti-social-behaviour: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Yardley Hastings.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Yardley Hastings based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Yardley Hastings.

- Church Barn High Street Yardley Hastings NN7 1ER
Purple plum - reduced by approx. 2m. Water sprouts removed. Maple - reduced by approx. 2m Hawthorn - reduced by approximately. 2m. Crown raised by 1m Hawthorn - reduced by approximately 2m. Crown rais
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2026-02-20
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- Church Farmhouse 41 High Street Yardley Hastings NN7 1ER
Salix Caprea: removal of this specimen on the grounds of safety.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2026-02-02
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- Greensleeves 63 Chase Park Road Yardley Hastings NN7 1HD
Proposed Two-Storey Side Extension, Replacement Garage & Oak-Framed Porch
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2026-01-09
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- 26 Chase Park Road Yardley Hastings NN7 1HD
Proposed single story rear and side extension including removal of existing conservatory.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2025-10-17
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- 11 Little Street Yardley Hastings West Northamptonshire NN7 1EZ
TI - Conifer - Fell
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: West Northamptonshire | Date: 2023-05-25
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A brief summary of Yardley Hastings in Northamptonshire

Yardley Hastings covers an area of approximately 1693.9 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Neighbourhood safety in Yardley Hastings is generally good, with just 3 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Yardley Hastings has one conservation area within its boundaries: Yardley Hastings. 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 Yardley Hastings includes 6 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 Yardley Hastings

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Yardley Hastings. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 47 days.

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

The average decision time of 47 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Yardley Hastings were tree works (4), full planning applications (3). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 6 smaller schemes were submitted.

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