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About Cawton

Cawton is a small village and civil parish located in North Yorkshire, approximately ten miles west of Malton, with a population of 48 as recorded in the 2001 census. Situated east of Gilling East and southeast of Oswaldkirk, Cawton lies along the scenic Ebor Way, making it a notable point of interest for planning applications focused on rural development and conservation in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 74 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Ryedale district.

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

The area around Cawton has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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