How long do planning decisions take near High Worsall?

The average planning decision time near High Worsall is 86 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 Worsall?

The planning approval rate near High Worsall is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near High Worsall?

The most common type of planning application near High Worsall is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near High Worsall?

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High Worsall, North Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near High Worsall, North Yorkshire.

North Yorkshire · England · settlement

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

About High Worsall

High Worsall is a small hamlet and civil parish located in North Yorkshire, England, approximately 4 miles west of Yarm and adjacent to Low Worsall. As of 2015, the estimated population was around 40 residents, with numbers remaining under 100 according to the 2011 Census. This low population density may influence planning applications and developments in the area, making it essential for applicants to consider local demographics and community needs.

Population: 29 (2021)

District: Hambleton

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £345,177 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Stockton-on-Tees
Parliamentary constituency: Stockton West
LSOA: Stockton-on-Tees 022C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near High Worsall.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 High Worsall based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near High Worsall.

- Keepers Cottage High Worsall Yarm North Yorkshire TS15 9PW
Application for Certificate of Lawfulness under Section 191 of the Town and Country Planning Act, relating to the erection of a domestic dog kennel, log store and garage.
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Hambleton | Date: 2026-03-23
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A brief summary of High Worsall in North Yorkshire

Property prices in High Worsall show an average sale price of £345,177, 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 High Worsall a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around High Worsall includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in High Worsall

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near High Worsall. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 86 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 High Worsall.

The average decision period of 86 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 High Worsall were full planning applications (2), discharge of conditions (1), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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