How long do planning decisions take near Farnhill?

The average planning decision time near Farnhill is 89 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 Farnhill?

The planning approval rate near Farnhill is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Farnhill?

The most common type of planning application near Farnhill is tree works applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Farnhill?

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Farnhill, North Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Farnhill, North Yorkshire.

North Yorkshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Farnhill are administered by City Of York Council. View the full City Of York Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Farnhill

Farnhill is a charming village and civil parish located in North Yorkshire, England, approximately 4 miles southeast of Skipton and adjacent to Sutton-in-Craven. The village is positioned across the canal from Kildwick, which features a church and a primary school nearby. With a population of around 500 residents, Farnhill is surrounded by picturesque moors, making it an appealing area for potential planning applications related to residential and community development.

Population: 476 (2021)

District: Craven

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £215,586 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Bradford
Parliamentary constituency: Keighley and Ilkley
LSOA: Bradford 063C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Farnhill.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Farnhill.

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 Farnhill based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Farnhill.

- 4 High Croft Way Farnhill North Yorkshire BD20 9AP
Works to tree in Farnhill Conservation Area: Fell 1no. Conifer.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Harrogate | Date: 2026-03-09
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- 42 Main Street Farnhill North Yorkshire BD20 9BW
T1 Sycamore - remove T2 Sycamore - remove T3 Elm - remove T4 Ash - remove The trees are growing against/out of a boundary retaining wall. The wall is being structurally damaged by the trees. The wall
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Harrogate | Date: 2026-02-04
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- Pinfold House Main Street Farnhill Keighley BD20 9BP
Crown reduction on the trees shown on the attached map for shape and balance ; 1 getting too close to wall of the house and the same tree overhanging and affecting neighbours. 10-15% crown reduction.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Craven | Date: 2023-07-21
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A brief summary of Farnhill in North Yorkshire

Property prices in Farnhill show an average sale price of £215,586, 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 Farnhill a particularly low-crime area.

Farnhill has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

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Planning Activity in Farnhill

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Farnhill. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 89 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Farnhill may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision period of 89 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 Farnhill were tree works (5), full planning applications (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 5 smaller schemes were submitted.

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