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Planning in Barton

Only 4 decisions near Barton in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Barton in the last 24 months, from North Yorkshire Council's planning register.

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About Barton

Barton is a village and civil parish in North Yorkshire, England, located just 6 miles south-west of Darlington, near the border with County Durham. As of the 2011 census, it has a population of 837, making it a small yet vibrant community that may be of interest for planning applications and local development initiatives. The settlement has a population of approximately 776 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Richmondshire district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Barton area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Barton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Barton has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Barton 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 Barton, 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, 6 planning applications were submitted near Barton.

The most common types were full planning applications (2), outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Barton?
In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Barton.
What types of planning applications are most common near Barton?
The most common type of planning application near Barton is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Barton?
You can search and track planning applications near Barton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.