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Planning in High Bentham

Approved
75%
24 of 26 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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Around High Bentham

Postcode districts

LA2 414 applications in the last 12 monthsBD24 66 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 High Bentham

High Bentham is a civil parish in North Yorkshire, England, home to a population of 3,027 as recorded in the 2011 Census. This area, sometimes referred to as Higher Bentham, includes the town of High Bentham and the nearby village of Low Bentham, making it a notable location for planning applications and development opportunities.

Property prices in High Bentham show an average sale price of £228,659, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the High Bentham 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 High Bentham 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, High Bentham 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 High Bentham, 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, 39 planning applications were submitted near High Bentham. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (16), outline applications (9), discharge of conditions (4).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near High Bentham?
In the last 24 months, 39 planning applications were submitted near High Bentham. The approval rate is 75%.
How long do planning decisions take near High Bentham?
The average planning decision time near High Bentham is 48 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 High Bentham?
The planning approval rate near High Bentham is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near High Bentham?
The most common type of planning application near High Bentham is full planning applications, with 16 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near High Bentham?
You can search and track planning applications near High Bentham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.