Old Byland, North Yorkshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Old Byland, North Yorkshire.
North Yorkshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Old Byland are administered by City Of York Council. View the full City Of York Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Old Byland
Old Byland, located in North Yorkshire, is historically notable for the Battle of Old Byland, which took place in October 1322 during the Wars of Scottish Independence. This encounter marked a significant victory for the Scots, representing their most important triumph since the Battle of Bannockburn. The town's rich history may influence planning applications, particularly in preserving its cultural heritage.
District: Old Byland and Scawton
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £312,714 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: North Yorkshire
- Parliamentary constituency: Thirsk and Malton
- LSOA: Ryedale 003D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Old Byland.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Old Byland.
- 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 Old Byland based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
1 planning application found near Old Byland.
- 821008 - FAIR VIEW FARM VILLAGE STREETS OLD BYLAND YO62 5LG
change of use of stable building and riding arena to dual personal and commercial equestrian use, painting of window frames to dwellinghouse and attached building in RAL 7032 - pebble and change of us
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: North York Moors | Date: 2026-03-12
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A brief summary of Old Byland in North Yorkshire
Old Byland, located in North Yorkshire, is historically notable for the Battle of Old Byland, which took place in October 1322 during the Wars of Scottish Independence. This encounter marked a significant victory for the Scots, representing their most important triumph since the Battle of Bannockburn. The town's rich history may influence planning applications, particularly in preserving its cultural heritage. It sits within the Old Byland and Scawton district.
Property prices in Old Byland show an average sale price of £312,714, 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 Old Byland a particularly low-crime area.
Old Byland has one conservation area within its boundaries: Old Byland. 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.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Old Byland includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Ashberry and Reins Wood SSSI, Caydale SSSI; 8 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 National Parks: NORTH YORK MOORS. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Old Byland 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.
Planning Activity in Old Byland
In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Old Byland. The average decision time was 56 days.
The average decision time of 56 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Old Byland were full planning applications (1), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.