How long do planning decisions take near Swinithwaite?

The average planning decision time near Swinithwaite is 28 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What types of planning applications are most common near Swinithwaite?

The most common type of planning application near Swinithwaite is amendment applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Swinithwaite?

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Swinithwaite, North Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Swinithwaite, North Yorkshire.

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About Swinithwaite

Swinithwaite is a hamlet in the Yorkshire Dales, North Yorkshire, England. It lies on the A684 road, 2 miles (3.2 km) miles east of Aysgarth. From 1974 to 2023 it was part of the district of Richmondshire, it is now administered by the unitary North Yorkshire Council.

District: Richmondshire

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £319,867 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: North Yorkshire
Parliamentary constituency: Richmond and Northallerton
LSOA: Richmondshire 006B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Swinithwaite.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Swinithwaite based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Swinithwaite.

- The Middle Farm Development, Swinithwaite, Leyburn, North Yorkshire, DL8 4UH
Non-material amendment to planning permission R/91/185 for addition of two roof lights to south elevation, insertion of one additional window to west elevation and one to east elevation
Status: Conditions | Type: Amendment | Council: Yorkshire Dales | Date: 2025-04-16
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A brief summary of Swinithwaite in North Yorkshire

Property prices in Swinithwaite show an average sale price of £319,867, 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 Swinithwaite a particularly low-crime area.

Swinithwaite has one conservation area within its boundaries: Redmire. 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 Swinithwaite includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Wanlass Grasslands SSSI; 8 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 National Parks: YORKSHIRE DALES. 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 Swinithwaite

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Swinithwaite. The average decision time was 28 days.

The average decision time of 28 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Swinithwaite were amendments (1).

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