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Planning in Lawkland

Only 6 decisions near Lawkland in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Lawkland

Lawkland is a civil parish located in North Yorkshire, England, approximately 4 miles west of Settle and near the A65. Nestled within the stunning Forest of Bowland Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, it comprises clusters of farms and dwellings rather than a conventional village, with notable areas around Lawkland Green and Eldroth. This picturesque setting may offer unique opportunities and considerations for planning applications in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 300 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Craven district.

Property prices in Lawkland show an average sale price of £228,659, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Lawkland 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 Lawkland a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Lawkland has 12 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Lawkland 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 Lawkland, 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, 7 planning applications were submitted near Lawkland.

The most common types were full planning applications (2), listed building and heritage (2), outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Lawkland?
In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Lawkland.
What types of planning applications are most common near Lawkland?
The most common type of planning application near Lawkland is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Lawkland?
You can search and track planning applications near Lawkland on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.