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Planning in Northallerton

Approved
86%
19 of 21 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Northallerton in the last 24 months, from North Yorkshire Council's planning register.

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Around Northallerton

Postcode districts

DL7 117 applications in the last 12 monthsDL6 106 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: North Yorkshire Council

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About Northallerton

Northallerton is a market town and civil parish located in North Yorkshire, England, near the River Wiske in the Vale of Mowbray. With a population of 16,832 as of the 2011 census, it serves as the administrative centre for both the York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority and North Yorkshire Council, making it a key location for planning applications and local governance in the region. The town has a population of approximately 10,978 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Hambleton district.

Northallerton covers an area of approximately 12.9 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 Northallerton show an average sale price of £275,423, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Northallerton 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 (May 2026). This makes Northallerton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Northallerton 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.northallertontowncouncil.org/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Northallerton, 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, 44 planning applications were submitted near Northallerton. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (17), advertising consent (7), outline applications (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Northallerton?
In the last 24 months, 44 planning applications were submitted near Northallerton. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near Northallerton?
The average planning decision time near Northallerton is 57 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 Northallerton?
The planning approval rate near Northallerton is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Northallerton?
The most common type of planning application near Northallerton is full planning applications, with 17 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Northallerton?
You can search and track planning applications near Northallerton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.