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Planning in Sharow

Approved
91%
42 of 46 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Sharow

Sharow is a village and civil parish located in North Yorkshire, England, approximately 1 mile northeast of Ripon. Its name, rooted in Old English, signifies a boundary hill-spur, reflecting the village's distinctive topography. With a population of 556 recorded in the 2011 Census, it saw a slight decrease to an estimated 540 by 2015, making it a small but significant community for planning considerations in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 574 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Harrogate district.

Property prices in Sharow show an average sale price of £375,438, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Sharow 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 Sharow 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, Sharow 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 Sharow, 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, 57 planning applications were submitted near Sharow. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 days.

The most common types were tree works (14), discharge of conditions (13), full planning applications (12). 6 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Sharow?
In the last 24 months, 57 planning applications were submitted near Sharow. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near Sharow?
The average planning decision time near Sharow is 59 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 Sharow?
The planning approval rate near Sharow is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Sharow?
The most common type of planning application near Sharow is tree works applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Sharow?
You can search and track planning applications near Sharow on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.