How long do planning decisions take near Walshford?

The average planning decision time near Walshford is 56 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 Walshford?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Walshford?

The most common type of planning application near Walshford is advertising, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Walshford?

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Walshford, North Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Walshford, North Yorkshire.

North Yorkshire · England · settlement

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

About Walshford

Walshford is a small hamlet located within the civil parish of Great Ribston in North Yorkshire, England. Situated just 3 miles north of Wetherby, 5 miles northeast of Knaresborough, and 9 miles south of Boroughbridge, it offers a tranquil rural setting that may be of interest for planning applications related to residential development or local amenities in the area.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £453,055 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Leeds
Parliamentary constituency: Wetherby and Easingwold
LSOA: Leeds 001C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Walshford.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Walshford based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Walshford.

- A168 Walshford Roundabout Walshford LS22 5HS
3no. sponsorship signs placed on the traffic island using two posts and plate, modular, passive powder coated sign system, one sign located facing each road.
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: Harrogate | Date: 2025-09-30
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- Roundabout At Grid Reference 441939 453599 Moor Lane Hunsingore North Yorkshire
4no. sponsorship signs placed on the traffic island using two posts and plate, modular, passive powder coated sign system, one sign located facing each road.
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: Harrogate | Date: 2025-09-30
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A brief summary of Walshford in North Yorkshire

Property prices in Walshford show an average sale price of £453,055, 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 Walshford a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Walshford

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Walshford. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

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

The average decision time of 56 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Walshford were advertising consent (2).

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