How long do planning decisions take near Low Ellington?

The average planning decision time near Low Ellington is 67 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 Low Ellington?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Low Ellington?

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

How can I track planning applications near Low Ellington?

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Low Ellington, North Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Low Ellington, North Yorkshire.

North Yorkshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Low Ellington are administered by North Yorkshire Council. View the full North Yorkshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Low Ellington

Low Ellington is a quaint village located in lower Wensleydale, North Yorkshire, approximately 2 miles northwest of Masham and just 0.5 miles east of the larger village of High Ellington. Its proximity to these nearby settlements makes it a notable area for planning considerations, offering potential for development while maintaining its rural charm.

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Area Information

Admin district: North Yorkshire
Parliamentary constituency: Thirsk and Malton
LSOA: Hambleton 007B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Low Ellington.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Low Ellington based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Low Ellington in North Yorkshire

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Low Ellington a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Low Ellington includes 2 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 Low Ellington

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Low Ellington. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 67 days.

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

At 67 days on average, decisions near Low Ellington slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Low Ellington were full planning applications (1). Full planning applications account for 100% 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 was submitted.

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