How long do planning decisions take near Littlethorpe?

The average planning decision time near Littlethorpe is 33 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 Littlethorpe?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Littlethorpe?

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

How can I track planning applications near Littlethorpe?

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Littlethorpe, North Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Littlethorpe, North Yorkshire.

North Yorkshire · England · settlement

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

About Littlethorpe

Littlethorpe is a charming village and civil parish located in North Yorkshire, just a stone's throw from the historic city of Ripon. This serene community offers a quaint rural lifestyle, making it an appealing area for those interested in planning applications related to residential and community developments.

Population: 584 (2021)

District: Harrogate

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £375,438 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: North Yorkshire
Parliamentary constituency: Skipton and Ripon
LSOA: Harrogate 004D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Littlethorpe.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Littlethorpe based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Littlethorpe.

- 1 Railway Cottages Littlethorpe Lane Littlethorpe Ripon North Yorkshire HG4 3LQ
Proposed garden plot 2 storey end of terrace dwelling house. Demolition of existing house extensions, proposed 2 storey rear extension, proposed front porch extension and conversion of the outbuilding
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Harrogate | Date: 2024-12-23
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- Land Comprising Field At Grid Reference 432074 469537 Littlethorpe Lane Littlethorpe North Yorkshire
Application to vary condition 2 (approved plans) in relation to planning approval 19/00962/REM - Reserved Matters application for the erection of 5 no. dwellings with appearance and landscaping to be
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Harrogate | Date: 2023-09-14
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A brief summary of Littlethorpe in North Yorkshire

Property prices in Littlethorpe show an average sale price of £375,438, 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 Littlethorpe a particularly low-crime area.

Littlethorpe has one conservation area within its boundaries: Ripon. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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.

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Planning Activity in Littlethorpe

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Littlethorpe. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 33 days.

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

The average decision time of 33 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Littlethorpe were full planning applications (1). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 1 smaller scheme were submitted.

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