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Planning in Great Ouseburn

Approved
94%
32 of 32 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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About Great Ouseburn

Great Ouseburn is a charming village and civil parish located in North Yorkshire, England, just 4 miles southeast of Boroughbridge. With a population of 598 as of the 2011 census, the village is in proximity to Aldwark to the northeast, making it an appealing location for potential planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 623 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Harrogate district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Great Ouseburn 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 Great Ouseburn a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Great Ouseburn has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Great Ouseburn 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Great Ouseburn, 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, 46 planning applications were submitted near Great Ouseburn. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 days.

The most common types were tree works (15), discharge of conditions (10), full planning applications (9). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Great Ouseburn?
In the last 24 months, 46 planning applications were submitted near Great Ouseburn. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near Great Ouseburn?
The average planning decision time near Great Ouseburn is 49 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 Great Ouseburn?
The planning approval rate near Great Ouseburn is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Great Ouseburn?
The most common type of planning application near Great Ouseburn is tree works applications, with 15 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Great Ouseburn?
You can search and track planning applications near Great Ouseburn on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.