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Planning in Thornton Steward

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

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

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About Thornton Steward

Thornton Steward is a quaint village and civil parish in North Yorkshire, situated near Wensleydale, with a population of around 199 as recorded in the 2011 Census. Its name, rooted in Old English, references a hawthorn tree associated with a farm and stewarding. Known for its rural charm, Thornton Steward features a reservoir managed by Yorkshire Water, distinguishing it from other villages in the picturesque Wensleydale area—an important consideration for any planning applications in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 175 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Richmondshire district.

Property prices in Thornton Steward 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 Thornton Steward 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 Thornton Steward a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

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

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

Common questions

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