How long do planning decisions take near Scorton?

The average planning decision time near Scorton is 168 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 Scorton?

The planning approval rate near Scorton is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Scorton?

The most common type of planning application near Scorton is outline applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Scorton?

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Scorton, North Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Scorton, North Yorkshire.

North Yorkshire · England · settlement

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

About Scorton

Scorton is a picturesque village and civil parish located in North Yorkshire, England, approximately 8 miles (13 km) north-west of Northallerton. Its charming rural setting and proximity to the county town make it an area of interest for planning applications, particularly those related to residential and community development.

Population: 937 (2021)

District: Richmondshire

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £616,457 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: North Yorkshire
Parliamentary constituency: Richmond and Northallerton
LSOA: Richmondshire 002F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Scorton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Scorton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Scorton.

- Land For Development At Station Road Scorton North Yorkshire DL10 6DF
Variation of condition number(s): 2 and 10 of planning permission ZD24/00711/AORM 1. Addition of solar photovoltaic panels and battery storage on Plots 1, 2, 7, 8, 9, and 10 2. Reduction of rooflights
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Richmondshire | Date: 2025-12-03
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A brief summary of Scorton in North Yorkshire

Property prices in Scorton show an average sale price of £616,457, 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 Scorton a particularly low-crime area.

Scorton has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Bolton on Swale, Scorton. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Scorton includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Swale Lakes SSSI. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Scorton

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Scorton. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 168 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 Scorton.

With an average of 168 days, decisions near Scorton take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 6-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Scorton were outline applications (2), discharge of conditions (2), full planning applications (1).

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 5 smaller schemes were submitted.

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