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Planning in Kirk Smeaton

Approved
86%
19 of 20 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Kirk Smeaton in the last 24 months, from North Yorkshire Council's planning register.

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About Kirk Smeaton

Kirk Smeaton is a quaint village and civil parish situated in the southern part of North Yorkshire, England, near the borders of South and West Yorkshire. Its strategic location makes it an interesting area for planning applications, offering potential for development and community growth within a picturesque rural setting. The settlement has a population of approximately 390 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Selby district.

Property prices in Kirk Smeaton show an average sale price of £191,010, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Kirk Smeaton 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 Kirk Smeaton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Kirk Smeaton 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 Kirk Smeaton, 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, 28 planning applications were submitted near Kirk Smeaton. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (10), tree works (8), outline applications (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Kirk Smeaton?
In the last 24 months, 28 planning applications were submitted near Kirk Smeaton. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near Kirk Smeaton?
The average planning decision time near Kirk Smeaton is 62 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 Kirk Smeaton?
The planning approval rate near Kirk Smeaton is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Kirk Smeaton?
The most common type of planning application near Kirk Smeaton is full planning applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Kirk Smeaton?
You can search and track planning applications near Kirk Smeaton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.