How long do planning decisions take near Kepwick?

The average planning decision time near Kepwick is 29 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 Kepwick?

The planning approval rate near Kepwick is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Kepwick?

The most common type of planning application near Kepwick is outline applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Kepwick?

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Kepwick, North Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Kepwick, North Yorkshire.

North Yorkshire · England · settlement

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

About Kepwick

Kepwick is a quaint village and civil parish nestled in North Yorkshire, England, within the scenic North York Moors and conveniently located near the A19. As of the 2011 Census, its population was under 100, with an estimated 90 residents recorded by North Yorkshire County Council in 2015. This small community may be of interest for planning applications, particularly in relation to rural development and local infrastructure projects.

Population: 82 (2021)

District: Hambleton

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £362,552 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: North Yorkshire
Parliamentary constituency: Thirsk and Malton
LSOA: Hambleton 003C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Kepwick.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Kepwick based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Kepwick.

- Holly House Kepwick Thirsk North Yorkshire YO7 2JW
Removal of rotting Tree
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Hambleton | Date: 2025-01-20
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A brief summary of Kepwick in North Yorkshire

Property prices in Kepwick show an average sale price of £362,552, 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 Kepwick a particularly low-crime area.

Kepwick has one conservation area within its boundaries: Kepwick. 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 Kepwick includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): North York Moors SSSI; 4 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): North York Moors; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): North York Moors; 1 National Parks: NORTH YORK MOORS. 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 Kepwick

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Kepwick. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 29 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Kepwick may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 29 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Kepwick were outline applications (1), tree works (1).

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