How long do planning decisions take near Leathley?

The average planning decision time near Leathley 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 Leathley?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Leathley?

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

How can I track planning applications near Leathley?

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Leathley, North Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Leathley, North Yorkshire.

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About Leathley

Leathley is a picturesque village and civil parish located in North Yorkshire, England, encompassing the townships of Castley and Leathley. Situated just 1 mile north-east of Otley and near the River Wharfe, it is conveniently connected by the B6161, which links the village to Killinghall in the north and Pool-in-Wharfedale in the south. This scenic location may present various opportunities for planning applications, particularly in residential and rural development.

Population: 183 (2021)

District: Harrogate

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £312,515 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: North Yorkshire
Parliamentary constituency: Skipton and Ripon
LSOA: Harrogate 018D

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Leathley.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Leathley based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Leathley.

- Glebe Farm Stainburn Lane Leathley North Yorkshire LS21 2LG
Approval of details of the deemed condition applied under an Informative (Statutory Biodiversity Condition (Single Phase Development) Condition 3 (Habitat Management and Monitoring Plan (HMMP)) and Co
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Harrogate | Date: 2026-01-22
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- Glebe Farm Stainburn Lane Leathley North Yorkshire LS21 2LG
To install a new access from Stainburn Lane to the farm, access road and parking area and installation of a wooden shed to house a Self-serve Milk Dispensing Machine.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Harrogate | Date: 2025-09-16
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- STREET RECORD Stainburn Lane Leathley North Yorkshire
BT consultation on the proposed removal of public payphone services and lock the kiosks.
Status: Undecided | Council: Harrogate | Date: 2025-02-03
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A brief summary of Leathley in North Yorkshire

Property prices in Leathley show an average sale price of £312,515, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

Leathley has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Leathley, No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Leathley includes 5 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Nidderdale. 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 Leathley

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Leathley. 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 Leathley may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

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

The most common application types near Leathley were full planning applications (1), discharge of conditions (1), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 25% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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