How long do planning decisions take near Kirkham?

The average planning decision time near Kirkham is 60 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 Kirkham?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Kirkham?

The most common type of planning application near Kirkham is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Kirkham?

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Kirkham, North Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Kirkham, North Yorkshire.

North Yorkshire · England · settlement

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

About Kirkham

Kirkham is a picturesque village located in the civil parish of Westow, North Yorkshire, near Malton. Nestled in the scenic Howardian Hills along the River Derwent, it is particularly renowned for the nearby ruins of Kirkham Priory, an Augustinian monastery. This charming setting could be of interest for planning applications, especially for developments that respect the area's historical and natural significance.

District: Westow

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £312,714 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: North Yorkshire
Parliamentary constituency: Thirsk and Malton
LSOA: Ryedale 007E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Kirkham.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Kirkham based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Kirkham.

- The Hall Kirkham Kirkham Abbey North Yorkshire YO60 7JS
Erection of single storey extension, replacement of external floor slab, formation of lantern roof, alterations to windows and doors, removal of generator and enclosure, demolition of porch and format
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Ryedale | Date: 2026-02-17
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A brief summary of Kirkham in North Yorkshire

Property prices in Kirkham show an average sale price of £312,714, 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 Kirkham a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Kirkham includes 3 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Mount Pleasant Quarry SSSI, Kirkham Park & Riverside SSSI, River Derwent SSSI; 11 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Howardian Hills; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): River Derwent. 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 Kirkham

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Kirkham. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 days.

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

At 60 days on average, decisions near Kirkham slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Kirkham were full planning applications (2). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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