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Planning in Long Drax

Only 3 decisions near Long Drax in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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Around Long Drax

Postcode districts

DN14 269 applications in the last 12 monthsYO8 233 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: City of York Council

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About Long Drax

Long Drax is a quaint hamlet and civil parish located in North Yorkshire, England, approximately 2 miles northeast of Drax. As of the 2011 census, it had a modest population of 125 residents, making it a small but distinct community within the region, relevant for local planning applications and developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 109 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Selby district.

Property prices in Long Drax show an average sale price of £211,894, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Long Drax 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 (February 2026). This makes Long Drax a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Long Drax has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Long Drax 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 Long Drax, 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, 5 planning applications were submitted near Long Drax.

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

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Long Drax?
In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Long Drax.
What types of planning applications are most common near Long Drax?
The most common type of planning application near Long Drax is full planning applications, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Long Drax?
You can search and track planning applications near Long Drax on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.