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Planning in Holgate

Approved
87%
80 of 89 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Holgate in the last 24 months, from City of York Council's planning register.

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Around Holgate

Postcode districts

YO24 251 applications in the last 12 monthsYO26 289 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: City of York Council

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About Holgate

Holgate is a vibrant suburb of York, located approximately one mile west of the historic Micklegate Bar. This area serves as an electoral ward within the City of York unitary authority, bordered by the River Ouse to the north and defined by key routes including Carr Lane and York Road. The ward's layout is shaped by natural features such as Holgate Beck and the East Coast Main Line, making it a strategic location for planning applications and developments in the region.

Property prices in Holgate show an average sale price of £305,410, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Holgate 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 Holgate a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Holgate 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 Holgate, 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, 189 planning applications were submitted near Holgate. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 68 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (16), outline applications (8), tree works (8). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 3 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Holgate?
In the last 24 months, 189 planning applications were submitted near Holgate. The approval rate is 87%.
How long do planning decisions take near Holgate?
The average planning decision time near Holgate is 68 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 Holgate?
The planning approval rate near Holgate is 87%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Holgate?
The most common type of planning application near Holgate is discharge of conditions, with 16 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Holgate?
You can search and track planning applications near Holgate on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.