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Planning in Earswick

Approved
81%
13 of 16 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Earswick

Earswick is a charming village and civil parish located within the unitary authority of the City of York, North Yorkshire. Situated approximately 4 miles (6.4 km) north of York, it lies conveniently between Huntington and Strensall, making it an attractive area for potential planning applications and developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 890 (2021 estimate). It sits within the City of York district.

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

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Earswick 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 Earswick, 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, 32 planning applications were submitted near Earswick. Of these, 81% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

The most common types were telecoms (6), discharge of conditions (4), full planning applications (1).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Earswick?
In the last 24 months, 32 planning applications were submitted near Earswick. The approval rate is 81%.
How long do planning decisions take near Earswick?
The average planning decision time near Earswick is 56 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 Earswick?
The planning approval rate near Earswick is 81%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Earswick?
The most common type of planning application near Earswick is telecoms, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Earswick?
You can search and track planning applications near Earswick on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.