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Planning in Walmgate Stray

Approved
77%
65 of 83 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Walmgate Stray in the last 24 months, from City of York Council's planning register.

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About Walmgate Stray

Walmgate Stray is part of the Strays of York, a collective of four expansive open spaces within the City of York, covering over 800 acres in total. This area, along with Bootham Stray, Micklegate Stray, and Monk Stray, provides valuable green space for both residents and visitors, making it a key consideration for planning applications in the vicinity.

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

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Walmgate Stray 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 Walmgate Stray, 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, 199 planning applications were submitted near Walmgate Stray. Of these, 77% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 days.

The most common types were amendments (25), discharge of conditions (14), tree works (8). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Walmgate Stray?
In the last 24 months, 199 planning applications were submitted near Walmgate Stray. The approval rate is 77%.
How long do planning decisions take near Walmgate Stray?
The average planning decision time near Walmgate Stray is 66 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 Walmgate Stray?
The planning approval rate near Walmgate Stray is 77%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Walmgate Stray?
The most common type of planning application near Walmgate Stray is amendment applications, with 25 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Walmgate Stray?
You can search and track planning applications near Walmgate Stray on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.