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Planning in Preston-under-Scar

Only 4 decisions near Preston-under-Scar in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Preston-under-Scar

Preston-under-Scar is a charming village and civil parish located in North Yorkshire, England, about 2 miles west of Leyburn. With a population that grew from 120 in 2001 to 170 in 2011, this historically rich village is noted in the Domesday Book as belonging to Thorfin of Ravensworth. Its name, derived from Old English and Old Norse, translates to "Priest's farm under rock," reflecting its unique heritage, making it an interesting area for potential planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 169 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Richmondshire district.

Property prices in Preston-under-Scar show an average sale price of £293,199, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Preston-under-Scar 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 Preston-under-Scar a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Preston-under-Scar has 7 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Preston-under-Scar 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Preston-under-Scar, 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, 7 planning applications were submitted near Preston-under-Scar.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (2), listed building and heritage (1), tree works (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Preston-under-Scar?
In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Preston-under-Scar.
What types of planning applications are most common near Preston-under-Scar?
The most common type of planning application near Preston-under-Scar is discharge of conditions, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Preston-under-Scar?
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