How long do planning decisions take near Muston?

The average planning decision time near Muston is 40 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 Muston?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Muston?

The most common type of planning application near Muston is tree works applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Muston, North Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Muston, North Yorkshire.

North Yorkshire · England · settlement

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

About Muston

Muston is a quaint village and civil parish located in North Yorkshire, England, formerly part of the East Riding of Yorkshire. Positioned just 1.5 miles south-west of the coastal town of Filey and along the A1039 road, it offers a serene setting for potential planning applications, catering to both residential and commercial development in the area.

Population: 334 (2021)

District: Scarborough

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £226,577 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: North Yorkshire
Parliamentary constituency: Thirsk and Malton
LSOA: Scarborough 014E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Muston.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Muston based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Muston.

- The Bungalow West Street Muston Filey North Yorkshire YO14 0ER
Works to various trees in Muston conservation area. Crown reduction by 50% of 1 no Holly (T1) removal of right hand lower branch on 1 no Willow (T2) fell 1 unknown tree (T3) fell 1 no Leylandi (T4) re
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Harrogate | Date: 2025-10-31
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- Balsom Cottage West End Muston Filey North Yorkshire YO14 0ES
T1. Spruce - crown reduce spruce by 3 metres, T2. Beech tree - crown reduce by 2 metres, T3. Beech tree - crown reduce by 1 metre, T4. Elm. - crown lift by 2.5 metres
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Scarborough | Date: 2025-01-15
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- Balsom Cottage West End Muston Filey North Yorkshire YO14 0ES
T1. Spruce - crown reduce spruce by 3 metres, T2. Beech tree - crown reduce by 2 metres, T3. Beech tree - crown reduce by 1 metre, T4. Elm. - crown lift by 2.5 metres
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Harrogate | Date: 2025-01-15
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- St Marys Priory King Street Muston Filey North Yorkshire YO14 0EW
Removal of 2 no. Ash trees
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Scarborough | Date: 2024-08-26
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- Blacksmiths Cottage Hunmanby Street Muston Filey North Yorkshire YO14 0ET
Proposed Conversion of Existing Barn to Form a Holiday Rental Property
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Scarborough | Date: 2024-01-31
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A brief summary of Muston in North Yorkshire

Property prices in Muston show an average sale price of £226,577, 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 Muston a particularly low-crime area.

Muston has one conservation area within its boundaries: Muston. 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 Muston

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Muston. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 40 days.

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

The average decision time of 40 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Muston were tree works (5), outline applications (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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