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Planning in Cross Hills

Approved
94%
17 of 18 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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About Cross Hills

Cross Hills is a vibrant village located in North Yorkshire, England, positioned between Skipton and Keighley. It forms part of a larger built-up area that encompasses the nearby settlements of Glusburn, Kildwick, Eastburn, and Sutton-in-Craven. As the newer section of the civil parish known as Glusburn and Cross Hills, the village presents various planning and development opportunities within its evolving community landscape. The settlement has a population of approximately 3,980 (2011 estimate). It sits within the Glusburn and Cross Hills district.

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

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Cross Hills 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 Cross Hills, 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, 42 planning applications were submitted near Cross Hills. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (9), tree works (4), discharge of conditions (4).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Cross Hills?
In the last 24 months, 42 planning applications were submitted near Cross Hills. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near Cross Hills?
The average planning decision time near Cross Hills is 51 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 Cross Hills?
The planning approval rate near Cross Hills is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Cross Hills?
The most common type of planning application near Cross Hills is full planning applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Cross Hills?
You can search and track planning applications near Cross Hills on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.