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Planning in Kingston upon Hull

Approved
89%
70 of 75 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

Decided by Kingston upon Hull City CouncilCouncil page

Around Kingston upon Hull

Postcode districts

HU1 110 applications in the last 12 monthsHU2 14 applications in the last 12 monthsHU3 61 applications in the last 12 monthsHU9 57 applications in the last 12 monthsHU8 79 applications in the last 12 monthsHU5 195 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Kingston upon Hull City Council

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About Kingston upon Hull

Kingston upon Hull, often referred to as Hull, is a significant port city located in the East Riding of Yorkshire, England. Situated at the confluence of the River Hull and the Humber Estuary, it is approximately 25 miles inland from the North Sea. With a population of 275,401 as of 2024, Hull ranks as the fourth-largest city in the Yorkshire and the Humber region, while its built-up area houses around 436,300 residents, making it a critical hub for urban development and planning applications.

Property prices in Kingston upon Hull show an average sale price of £191,104, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Kingston upon Hull 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 Kingston upon Hull a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Kingston upon Hull has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Kingston upon Hull 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 Kingston upon Hull, 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, 192 planning applications were submitted near Kingston upon Hull. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 64 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (47), full planning applications (12), outline applications (12). 5 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Kingston upon Hull?
In the last 24 months, 192 planning applications were submitted near Kingston upon Hull. The approval rate is 89%.
How long do planning decisions take near Kingston upon Hull?
The average planning decision time near Kingston upon Hull is 64 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 Kingston upon Hull?
The planning approval rate near Kingston upon Hull is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Kingston upon Hull?
The most common type of planning application near Kingston upon Hull is discharge of conditions, with 47 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Kingston upon Hull?
You can search and track planning applications near Kingston upon Hull on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.