Upper Dunsforth, North Yorkshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Upper Dunsforth, North Yorkshire.
North Yorkshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Upper Dunsforth are administered by City Of York Council. View the full City Of York Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Upper Dunsforth
Upper Dunsforth is a quaint village situated in the civil parish of Dunsforths, North Yorkshire. Notably referenced in the Domesday Book of 1086, it has historical roots as Doneforde/Dunesford/Dunesforde, making it a point of interest for those researching planning applications in this historically rich area.
District: Dunsforths
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £312,714 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: North Yorkshire
- Parliamentary constituency: Wetherby and Easingwold
- LSOA: Harrogate 016B
Crime Statistics
1 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Crime Breakdown
- anti-social-behaviour: 1
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Upper Dunsforth.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Upper Dunsforth.
- 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 Upper Dunsforth based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
1 planning application found near Upper Dunsforth.
- - Covey House Upper Dunsforth York North Yorkshire YO26 9RU
Single storey front extension, new front porch, single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Harrogate | Date: 2022-12-30
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A brief summary of Upper Dunsforth in North Yorkshire
Upper Dunsforth is a quaint village situated in the civil parish of Dunsforths, North Yorkshire. Notably referenced in the Domesday Book of 1086, it has historical roots as Doneforde/Dunesford/Dunesforde, making it a point of interest for those researching planning applications in this historically rich area. It sits within the Dunsforths district.
Property prices in Upper Dunsforth show an average sale price of £312,714, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
Neighbourhood safety in Upper Dunsforth is generally good, with just 1 crimes reported in the most recent period.
Upper Dunsforth has one conservation area within its boundaries: Great Ouseburn. 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 Upper Dunsforth includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Upper Dunsforth Carrs SSSI. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Upper Dunsforth 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.
Nearby Towns
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.