How long do planning decisions take near Bickerton?

The average planning decision time near Bickerton 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 Bickerton?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Bickerton?

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

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Bickerton, North Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bickerton, North Yorkshire.

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About Bickerton

Bickerton is a village located along the B1224 road within the civil parish of Bilton-in-Ainsty with Bickerton in North Yorkshire. Situated near Wetherby, it features the nearby Bickerton Plantation, which may be relevant for local planning applications and developments in the area.

District: Bilton-in-Ainsty with Bickerton

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £528,322 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Leeds
Parliamentary constituency: Wetherby and Easingwold
LSOA: Leeds 006C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Bickerton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

7 planning applications found near Bickerton.

- Highfield Tom Cat Lane Bickerton North Yorkshire LS22 5ES
Retrospective extension of commercial curtilage; erection of lean-to extension of approved workshop to create wash bay and installation of new 2.5m high boundary fencing.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Harrogate | Date: 2025-09-03
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- Wharton Lodge Farm Rudgate Bilton In Ainsty York North Yorkshire YO26 7NT
Erection of a steel portal framed agricultural building for storage of machinery & implements
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Harrogate | Date: 2025-03-06
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- Wharton Lodge Farm Rudgate Bilton In Ainsty York North Yorkshire YO26 7NT
Erection of a steel portal framed agricultural building for storage of machinery & implements
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Harrogate | Date: 2025-03-06
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- Telephone Box Main Street Bickerton North Yorkshire
BT consultation on the proposed removal of public payphone services and lock the kiosks (01423358687).
Status: Undecided | Council: Harrogate | Date: 2025-02-03
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- Land Comprising Field At 445125 450413 Turnpike Lane Bickerton North Yorkshire
Approval of details under Condition 29 (Lighting Layout) of Planning Permission 17/05390/OUTMAJ (Outline planning application with all matters reserved for the erection of 21 dwellings off Turnpike La
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Harrogate | Date: 2025-01-15
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- Nemosyne Main Street Bickerton Wetherby North Yorkshire LS22 5ER
Approval of details required by condition 4 (obscure glazing) of Planning Appeal APP/U2750/D/23/3328830: Revised scheme for a proposed roof and front extensions. (planning permission reference ZC23/01
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Harrogate | Date: 2024-04-26
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- Wharton Lodge Farm Rudgate Bilton In Ainsty North Yorkshire YO26 7NT
Erection of lean-to extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Harrogate | Date: 2008-12-15
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A brief summary of Bickerton in North Yorkshire

Property prices in Bickerton show an average sale price of £528,322, 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 Bickerton a particularly low-crime area.

Bickerton has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. 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 Bickerton includes 2 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 Bickerton

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Bickerton. 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 Bickerton 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 Bickerton were outline applications (2), full planning applications (1), discharge of conditions (1).

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 4 smaller schemes were submitted.

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