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Planning in Exelby

No decisions near Exelby in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Exelby

Exelby is a quaint village located in North Yorkshire, England, just 2 miles southeast of Bedale and half a mile west of the A1(M) motorway. Part of the civil parish of Exelby, Leeming and Londonderry, it boasts a close-knit community with a population of 2,788 across the parish, while Exelby itself comprises around 80 homes. The village's name, rooted in Old Danish or Old Norse, translates to "Eskil's farm" or "Eskil's settlement," reflecting its historical significance. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,005 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Hambleton district.

Exelby covers an area of approximately 1338.4 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Exelby show an average sale price of £293,199, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Exelby 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 (May 2026). This makes Exelby 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, Exelby 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Exelby, 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, 3 planning applications were submitted near Exelby.

The most common types were full planning applications (1), outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Exelby?
In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Exelby.
What types of planning applications are most common near Exelby?
The most common type of planning application near Exelby is full planning applications, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Exelby?
You can search and track planning applications near Exelby on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.