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Planning in Birdforth

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About Birdforth

Birdforth is a small village and civil parish located in North Yorkshire, England, with a population that has remained under 100 in recent years. Situated approximately six miles south of Thirsk along the A19 road, Birdforth is part of the civil parish of Long Marston, making it a quaint area for planning applications amidst its rural charm. The settlement has a population of approximately 22 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Hambleton district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Birdforth 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 Birdforth a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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