How long do planning decisions take near Beckwithshaw?

The average planning decision time near Beckwithshaw is 37 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 Beckwithshaw?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Beckwithshaw?

The most common type of planning application near Beckwithshaw is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Beckwithshaw?

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Beckwithshaw, North Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Beckwithshaw, North Yorkshire.

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Planning applications in Beckwithshaw are administered by City Of York Council. View the full City Of York Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Beckwithshaw

Beckwithshaw is a village and civil parish located in North Yorkshire, England, approximately 2.5 miles southwest of Harrogate. As of 2021, the parish had a population of 497 residents, making it a small yet vibrant community that may be of interest for local planning applications and development opportunities.

Population: 497 (2021)

District: Harrogate

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Area Information

Admin district: North Yorkshire
Parliamentary constituency: Wetherby and Easingwold
LSOA: Harrogate 007A

Crime Statistics

4 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

public-order: 3
violent-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Beckwithshaw.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Beckwithshaw based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Beckwithshaw in North Yorkshire

Neighbourhood safety in Beckwithshaw is generally good, with just 4 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Beckwithshaw includes 4 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 Beckwithshaw

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Beckwithshaw. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 37 days.

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

The average decision time of 37 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Beckwithshaw were full planning applications (1), tree works (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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