How long do planning decisions take near Firby (YO60)?

The average planning decision time near Firby (YO60) is 101 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 Firby (YO60)?

The planning approval rate near Firby (YO60) is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Firby (YO60)?

The most common type of planning application near Firby (YO60) is tree works applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Firby (YO60)?

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Firby (YO60), North Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Firby (YO60), North Yorkshire.

North Yorkshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Firby (YO60) are administered by City Of York Council. View the full City Of York Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

Population: 31 (2021)

District: Hambleton

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £305,410 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: North Yorkshire
Parliamentary constituency: Thirsk and Malton
LSOA: Ryedale 007E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Firby (YO60).

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Firby (YO60).

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 Firby (YO60) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Firby (YO60) in North Yorkshire

Firby (YO60) is a settlement located in North Yorkshire, England. The settlement has a population of approximately 31 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Hambleton district.

Property prices in Firby (YO60) show an average sale price of £305,410, 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 Firby (YO60) a particularly low-crime area.

Firby (YO60) has one conservation area within its boundaries: Westow. 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Firby (YO60) includes 3 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Mount Pleasant Quarry SSSI, Kirkham Park & Riverside SSSI, River Derwent SSSI; 12 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Howardian Hills; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): River Derwent. 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, Firby (YO60) 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 Firby (YO60)

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Firby (YO60). Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 101 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Firby (YO60).

With an average of 101 days, decisions near Firby (YO60) take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Firby (YO60) were tree works (4), full planning applications (2). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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