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Planning in Howden

Approved
65%
28 of 43 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Howden in the last 24 months, from West Lothian Council's planning register.

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Around Howden

Postcode districts

EH54 138 applications in the last 12 monthsEH28 40 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: West Lothian Council

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About Howden

Howden is a market town and civil parish located in the Vale of York, within the East Riding of Yorkshire, England. Situated north of the M62 along the A614 road, it is approximately 16 miles southeast of York and just 3 miles north of Goole, across the River Ouse. The town is notable for Howden Minster, one of the largest churches in the region, making it a point of interest for those engaged in planning applications and developments in the area.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Howden 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, 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Howden, 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, 52 planning applications were submitted near Howden. Of these, 65% were approved, with an average decision time of 65 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (14), tree works (6), amendments (5). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Howden?
In the last 24 months, 52 planning applications were submitted near Howden. The approval rate is 65%.
How long do planning decisions take near Howden?
The average planning decision time near Howden is 65 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 Howden?
The planning approval rate near Howden is 65%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Howden?
The most common type of planning application near Howden is full planning applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Howden?
You can search and track planning applications near Howden on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.