How long do planning decisions take near Middlethorpe?

The average planning decision time near Middlethorpe is 59 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 Middlethorpe?

The planning approval rate near Middlethorpe is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Middlethorpe?

The most common type of planning application near Middlethorpe is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Middlethorpe?

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Middlethorpe, North Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Middlethorpe, North Yorkshire.

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About Middlethorpe

Middlethorpe is a quaint hamlet located within the civil parish of Bishopthorpe, part of the City of York unitary authority in North Yorkshire, England. Its proximity to York makes it a significant area for planning applications, offering a blend of rural charm and accessibility to urban amenities.

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Area Information

Admin district: North Yorkshire
Parliamentary constituency: Wetherby and Easingwold
LSOA: Selby 002A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Middlethorpe.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Middlethorpe based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Middlethorpe.

- The Crematorium Bishopthorpe Road York YO23 2QD
Condition 3 (drainage) of 25/02353/GRG3
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: York | Date: 2026-04-09
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- The Crematorium Bishopthorpe Road York YO23 2QD
Conditions 4 (biodiversity enhancement plan), 5 (LEMP) and 9 (landscape details) of 25/02353/GRG3
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: York | Date: 2026-04-09
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- The Crematorium Bishopthorpe Road York YO23 2QD
Erection of single storey building for use as waiting area in association with crematorium (resubmission)
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: York | Date: 2025-11-26
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A brief summary of Middlethorpe in North Yorkshire

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

Middlethorpe has 5 conservation areas within its boundaries: Bishopthorpe, Tadcaster Road, Fulford Village, Middlethorpe, The Racecourse and Terry's Factory. 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 Middlethorpe includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Naburn Marsh SSSI, Fulford Ings SSSI. 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 Middlethorpe

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Middlethorpe. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Middlethorpe.

At 59 days on average, decisions near Middlethorpe slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Middlethorpe were full planning applications (4), discharge of conditions (3), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 44% 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, 8 smaller schemes were submitted.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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