How long do planning decisions take near Morton-on-Swale?

The average planning decision time near Morton-on-Swale is 109 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 Morton-on-Swale?

The planning approval rate near Morton-on-Swale is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Morton-on-Swale?

The most common type of planning application near Morton-on-Swale is tree works applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Morton-on-Swale?

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Morton-on-Swale, North Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Morton-on-Swale, North Yorkshire.

North Yorkshire · England · settlement

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

About Morton-on-Swale

Morton-on-Swale is a village and civil parish located in North Yorkshire, England, approximately 4 miles west of Northallerton along the A684 road. Positioned near the River Swale and just under a mile from Ainderby Steeple, this picturesque village offers a quaint setting for potential development and planning opportunities.

Population: 691 (2021) · Area: 622.4 km²

District: Hambleton

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £275,423 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: North Yorkshire
Parliamentary constituency: Richmond and Northallerton
LSOA: Hambleton 005B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Morton-on-Swale.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Morton-on-Swale.

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 Morton-on-Swale based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Morton-on-Swale.

- Police House Morton On Swale Northallerton North Yorkshire DL7 9RH
Application for the demolition of the existing flat-roof side extension and pitched-roof rear outbuilding, and construction of a two-storey side extension and attached garage.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Hambleton | Date: 2026-03-20
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- OS Field 0001 Morton On Swale North Yorkshire
New agricultural field gate into land off A684 to allow access to grazing livestock and maintaining the field.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Hambleton | Date: 2025-07-07
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- Manor House Farm Morton On Swale Northallerton North Yorkshire DL7 9RJ
Alterations and extensions to existing Dwelling and the renovation of existing Grade II Listed Building. Amended Plans added 16/07/2024.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Hambleton | Date: 2024-04-17
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- Manor House Farm Morton On Swale Northallerton North Yorkshire DL7 9RJ
Alterations and extensions to existing Dwelling and the renovation of existing Grade II Listed Building. Amended Plans added 16/7/24.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Hambleton | Date: 2024-04-17
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A brief summary of Morton-on-Swale in North Yorkshire

Morton-on-Swale covers an area of approximately 622.4 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Morton-on-Swale show an average sale price of £275,423, 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 Morton-on-Swale a particularly low-crime area.

Morton-on-Swale has one conservation area within its boundaries: Ainderby Steeple. 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 Morton-on-Swale

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Morton-on-Swale. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 109 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 Morton-on-Swale.

With an average of 109 days, decisions near Morton-on-Swale take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Morton-on-Swale were tree works (4), full planning applications (3). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 5 smaller schemes were submitted.

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