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Planning in Finghall

Approved
80%
8 of 10 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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Around Finghall

Postcode districts

DL8 256 applications in the last 12 monthsHG4 253 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 Finghall

Finghall, a village and civil parish in North Yorkshire, is situated in lower Wensleydale, south of the A684 road. Located approximately 6.2 miles west of Bedale and 5 miles east of Leyburn, this quaint village offers a unique setting for potential planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 166 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Richmondshire district.

Property prices in Finghall 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 Finghall 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 Finghall a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Finghall has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Finghall 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 Finghall, 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, 16 planning applications were submitted near Finghall. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (3), amendments (2), outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Finghall?
In the last 24 months, 16 planning applications were submitted near Finghall. The approval rate is 80%.
How long do planning decisions take near Finghall?
The average planning decision time near Finghall is 59 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 Finghall?
The planning approval rate near Finghall is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Finghall?
The most common type of planning application near Finghall is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Finghall?
You can search and track planning applications near Finghall on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.