Ellingstring, North Yorkshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Ellingstring, North Yorkshire.
North Yorkshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Ellingstring are administered by City Of York Council. View the full City Of York Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Ellingstring
Ellingstring is a picturesque village and civil parish located in Wensleydale, North Yorkshire, approximately 5 miles southeast of Leyburn and 3.5 miles north of Masham. Historically part of the Hang East wapentake, it transitioned from the Borough of Harrogate to the jurisdiction of North Yorkshire Council in 2023. This change in administration may influence local planning applications and development regulations in the area.
Population: 75 (2021)
District: Harrogate
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £375,438 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: North Yorkshire
- Parliamentary constituency: Skipton and Ripon
- LSOA: Harrogate 003C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Ellingstring.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Ellingstring.
- Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
- Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
- Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
- Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
- Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
- Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
- Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
- Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)
Planning Activity Summary
Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Ellingstring based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
3 planning applications found near Ellingstring.
- - The Old Post Office Ellingstring Village Ellingstring North Yorkshire HG4 4PW
Approval of details under the mandatory biodiversity gain condition and condition 4 (Habitat Management and Monitoring Plan) of planning permission 25/04484/FUL Proposed Polytunnel and Timber Shed.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Harrogate | Date: 2026-03-02
View full details - - Angram Cote Farm Stark Bank Road Ellingstring Ripon North Yorkshire HG4 4PN
Full planning permission for change of use of stone barn from agricultural to commercial dog boarding kennels, four suites only (Noise Management Plan attached to the case file on the 18.3.26 and revi
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Richmondshire | Date: 2026-01-06
View full details - - Angram Cote Farm Stark Bank Road Ellingstring Ripon North Yorkshire HG4 4PN
Full planning permission for creation of a new access and track
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Richmondshire | Date: 2025-10-08
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A brief summary of Ellingstring in North Yorkshire
Ellingstring is a picturesque village and civil parish located in Wensleydale, North Yorkshire, approximately 5 miles southeast of Leyburn and 3.5 miles north of Masham. Historically part of the Hang East wapentake, it transitioned from the Borough of Harrogate to the jurisdiction of North Yorkshire Council in 2023. This change in administration may influence local planning applications and development regulations in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 75 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Harrogate district.
Property prices in Ellingstring show an average sale price of £375,438, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Ellingstring a particularly low-crime area.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Ellingstring includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): East Nidderdale Moors (Flamstone Pin - High Ruckles) SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Nidderdale; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): North Pennine Moors; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): North Pennine Moors. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Ellingstring 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.
Planning Activity in Ellingstring
In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Ellingstring. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 88 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Ellingstring may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision period of 88 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 13 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Ellingstring were full planning applications (2), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 67% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.