How long do planning decisions take near Thimbleby?

The average planning decision time near Thimbleby is 51 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 Thimbleby?

The planning approval rate near Thimbleby is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Thimbleby?

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

How can I track planning applications near Thimbleby?

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Thimbleby, North Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Thimbleby, North Yorkshire.

North Yorkshire · England · settlement

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

About Thimbleby

Thimbleby is a quaint village and civil parish located in North Yorkshire, England, nestled within the scenic North York Moors. Situated just 6 miles east of Northallerton and near Osmotherley and the Cleveland Way, it has a small population of 258, according to the 2011 census. This charming location could be of interest for planning applications related to rural development and conservation in the area.

Population: 64 (2021)

District: Hambleton

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £279,125 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: North Yorkshire
Parliamentary constituency: Richmond and Northallerton
LSOA: Hambleton 003B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Thimbleby.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Thimbleby based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Thimbleby.

820913 - Thimbleby Grange, Thimbleby
construction of new farm access and track to link to existing track and closure of existing substandard farm access
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North York Moors | Date: 2026-01-30
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A brief summary of Thimbleby in North Yorkshire

Property prices in Thimbleby show an average sale price of £279,125, 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 Thimbleby a particularly low-crime area.

Thimbleby has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Thimbleby, Osmotherley. 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 Thimbleby includes 1 National Parks: NORTH YORK MOORS. 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 Thimbleby

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Thimbleby. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Thimbleby may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 51 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Thimbleby were full planning applications (2), outline applications (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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