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Planning in Bishopthorpe

Approved
87%
20 of 22 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Bishopthorpe in the last 24 months, from City of York Council's planning register.

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Around Bishopthorpe

Postcode districts

YO23 212 applications in the last 12 monthsYO19 191 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: City of York Council

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About Bishopthorpe

Bishopthorpe is a picturesque village and civil parish located just three miles south of York, within the City of York unitary authority area in North Yorkshire. Home to a population of 3,174, which rose to 3,237 by the 2011 Census, the village is situated near the River Ouse and features a designated conservation area established in 1989, encompassing Main Street and the Palace, alongside other green spaces. This blend of community and heritage makes Bishopthorpe a significant area for planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 3,332 (2021 estimate). It sits within the City of York district.

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

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bishopthorpe 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://bishopthorpe.net/bishnet/.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Bishopthorpe, 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, 61 planning applications were submitted near Bishopthorpe. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (5), amendments (2), tree works (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Bishopthorpe?
In the last 24 months, 61 planning applications were submitted near Bishopthorpe. The approval rate is 87%.
How long do planning decisions take near Bishopthorpe?
The average planning decision time near Bishopthorpe is 62 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 Bishopthorpe?
The planning approval rate near Bishopthorpe is 87%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Bishopthorpe?
The most common type of planning application near Bishopthorpe is discharge of conditions, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Bishopthorpe?
You can search and track planning applications near Bishopthorpe on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.