Howden, East Riding of Yorkshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Howden, East Riding of Yorkshire.
East Riding of Yorkshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Howden are administered by East Riding Of Yorkshire Council. View the full East Riding Of Yorkshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Howden
Howden is a historic market town and civil parish located in the East Riding of Yorkshire, England, positioned in the Vale of York. Situated approximately 16 miles southeast of York and just 3 miles north of Goole across the River Ouse, Howden is renowned for its impressive Howden Minster, one of the largest churches in the region. This vibrant town offers a mix of local amenities and community spirit, making it a noteworthy area for planning applications.
Population: 4,573 (2021)
District: East Riding of Yorkshire
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £218,795 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: North Yorkshire
- Parliamentary constituency: Selby
- LSOA: Selby 010A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Howden.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Howden.
- 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 Howden based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
15 planning applications found near Howden.
- - 10 Kensington Gardens Howden East Riding Of Yorkshire DN14 7JN
Conversion of roof space to create additional living accommodation
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: East Riding | Date: 2026-04-20
View full details - - 14 Franks Close Howden East Riding Of Yorkshire DN14 7FB
Conversion of existing integral garage to create additional living accommodation, installation of window to replace garage door and associated internal alterations
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: East Riding | Date: 2026-04-13
View full details - - Former Howden Library 13 Market Place Howden East Riding Of Yorkshire DN14 7BJ
Listed Building Consent for the replacement of 9 windows to side
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: East Riding | Date: 2026-03-09
View full details - - 3 Selby Road Howden East Riding Of Yorkshire DN14 7JW
Erection of single storey extensions to front and rear
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: East Riding | Date: 2026-03-05
View full details - - Myrtle Cottage 39 Pinfold Street Howden East Riding Of Yorkshire DN14 7DE
Variation of Condition 3 (Approved Plans) of planning reference 25/02858/PLF (Erection of single storey extension to rear following demolition of existing conservatory) to allow for an amendment to th
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: East Riding | Date: 2026-02-23
View full details - - 91 Hailgate Howden East Riding Of Yorkshire DN14 7SX
HOWDEN CONSERVATION AREA - Fell 2no. Conifer trees as they are overshadowing the dwelling and surrounding areas
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: East Riding | Date: 2025-10-22
View full details - - Land West Of Howden Parks Selby Road Howden East Riding Of Yorkshire DN14 7ZJ
Submission of details required by Condition 2 (verification report - land contamination) of planning permission 19/04158/STREM
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: East Riding | Date: 2025-09-30
View full details - - Land West Of Howden Parks Selby Road Howden East Riding Of Yorkshire DN14 7ZJ
Non-Material amendment to planning application 19/04158/STREM to allow re-wording of condition 4 (Landscaping)
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: East Riding | Date: 2025-09-29
View full details - - The Chestnuts 16 Pinfold Street Howden East Riding Of Yorkshire DN14 7DD
HOWDEN CONSERVATION AREA - Crown lift 1 no. Magnolia trees, 2 no. Cherry trees, 1 no. conifer tree, and 1 no. Bay tree to 3 metres; Crown lift 1 no. Beech tree to 5 metres; Crown lift 1 no. Pine tree
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: East Riding | Date: 2025-07-23
View full details - - Howden Pre-school Bishops Manor House Market Place Howden East Riding Of Yorkshire DN14 7BL
HOWDEN CONSERVATION AREA - Fell 1 no. Sycamore Tree as it has had recent branch loss and has dieback; (T1); Prune 1 no. Sycamore Tree (T2) back to 8 metres from ground level to reduce the lateral load
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: East Riding | Date: 2025-03-26
View full details - - The Moorings 20 Bridgegate Howden East Riding Of Yorkshire DN14 7AB
Submission of details required by Conditions 8 (Surface Water Drainage) of planning permission 23/02004/PLF
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: East Riding | Date: 2024-07-05
View full details - - Board Inn Market Place Howden East Riding Of Yorkshire DN14 7BJ
Replacement of 4no. windows at first and second floor to west elevation
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: East Riding | Date: 2024-05-16
View full details - - Board Inn Market Place Howden East Riding Of Yorkshire DN14 7BJ
Replacement of 4no. windows at first and second floor to west elevation
Status: Rejected | Type: Heritage | Council: East Riding | Date: 2024-05-16
View full details - - Land East Of Marsh Swang Bridge Barnhill Lane Howden East Riding Of Yorkshire DN14 7ER
TPO - HOWDEN - 1978 - (REF 22) T73 - Fell 1 no. Willow tree (T73) to open the drain and remove the risk of damage to headstones in the cemetery
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: East Riding | Date: 2023-11-30
View full details - - Orchard Lodge 1A Knedlington Road Howden East Riding Of Yorkshire DN14 7DG
Erection of two storey extension to side; construction of triple dormer windows to front roof slope; installation of porch to front and replacement gate (1.8 metres); and widening of vehicular access
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Riding | Date: 2023-11-24
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A brief summary of Howden in East Riding of Yorkshire
Howden is a historic market town and civil parish located in the East Riding of Yorkshire, England, positioned in the Vale of York. Situated approximately 16 miles southeast of York and just 3 miles north of Goole across the River Ouse, Howden is renowned for its impressive Howden Minster, one of the largest churches in the region. This vibrant town offers a mix of local amenities and community spirit, making it a noteworthy area for planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 4,573 (2021 estimate). It sits within the East Riding of Yorkshire district.
Property prices in Howden show an average sale price of £218,795, 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 Howden a particularly low-crime area.
Howden has one conservation area within its boundaries: Howden. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Howden includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Humber Estuary - 2000480 SSSI, Barn Hill Meadows SSSI; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Humber Estuary; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Humber Estuary; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Humber Estuary. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Howden 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.
Planning Activity in Howden
In the last 24 months, 17 planning applications were submitted near Howden. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 36 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Howden may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 36 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Howden were tree works (5), full planning applications (4), discharge of conditions (4). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
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