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13 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Drax · updated daily · North Yorkshire Council

Only 1 application in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 13 · received or decided in the last 12 months

Planning in Drax

Approved
79%
19 of 22 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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Around Drax

Postcode districts

YO8 232 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 Drax

Drax is a village and civil parish located in North Yorkshire, England, approximately 6 miles (10 km) southeast of Selby. It is primarily recognized for housing the Drax power station, a significant facility in the region, making it a focal point for any planning applications related to energy and infrastructure developments in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 515 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Selby district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Drax 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 Drax 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, Drax 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 Drax, 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, 28 planning applications were submitted near Drax. Of these, 79% were approved, with an average decision time of 69 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (13), full planning applications (10), amendments (3). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Drax?
In the last 24 months, 28 planning applications were submitted near Drax. The approval rate is 79%.
How long do planning decisions take near Drax?
The average planning decision time near Drax is 69 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 Drax?
The planning approval rate near Drax is 79%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Drax?
The most common type of planning application near Drax is discharge of conditions, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Drax?
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