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Planning in Hilston

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About Hilston

Hilston is a quaint village located in the civil parish of Roos in the East Riding of Yorkshire, near the North Sea coast within the Holderness area. Approximately 12 miles east of Kingston upon Hull and 5 miles northwest of Withernsea, it is positioned east of the B1242 road. As of 1931, Hilston had a population of just 27, reflecting its small, close-knit community. This unique setting may offer particular considerations for planning applications in the region. It sits within the Roos district.

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

The area around Hilston has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Hilston 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 Hilston, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.