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Planning in Swinden

Only 2 decisions near Swinden in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Swinden

Swinden is a small village located within the civil parish of Hellifield in North Yorkshire, England. Situated approximately 7 miles north of Barnoldswick and close to Halton West and Nappa, the village had an estimated population of just 20 residents in 2010. This quaint rural setting may offer unique considerations for planning applications, given its small size and community dynamics. The settlement has a population of approximately 20. It sits within the Hellifield district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Swinden 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 Swinden a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Swinden has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Swinden 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Swinden, 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, 2 planning applications were submitted near Swinden.

The most common types were full planning applications (1), amendments (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Swinden?
In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Swinden.
What types of planning applications are most common near Swinden?
The most common type of planning application near Swinden is full planning applications, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Swinden?
You can search and track planning applications near Swinden on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.