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Planning in Burniston

Approved
76%
13 of 17 decided
Decision time
about 21 weeks
on average

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

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Around Burniston

Postcode districts

YO13 90 applications in the last 12 monthsYO12 67 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: North Yorkshire Council

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About Burniston

Burniston is a charming village and civil parish located in North Yorkshire, approximately four miles north of Scarborough along the A171 road. As of the 2011 census, the population stood at 1,523, reflecting growth from 1,389 in 2001, with recent developments like River Meadows bringing the current estimate to around 1,500 residents. Governance is managed by the Burniston Parish Council, making it an active community for potential planning applications and developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,470 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Scarborough district.

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

The area around Burniston has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Burniston 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 Burniston, 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, 22 planning applications were submitted near Burniston. Of these, 76% were approved, with an average decision time of 150 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (10), listed building and heritage (3), discharge of conditions (3). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Burniston?
In the last 24 months, 22 planning applications were submitted near Burniston. The approval rate is 76%.
How long do planning decisions take near Burniston?
The average planning decision time near Burniston is 150 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 Burniston?
The planning approval rate near Burniston is 76%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Burniston?
The most common type of planning application near Burniston is full planning applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Burniston?
You can search and track planning applications near Burniston on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.