How long do planning decisions take near Well?

The average planning decision time near Well is 57 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 Well?

The planning approval rate near Well is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Well?

The most common type of planning application near Well is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Well?

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Well, North Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Well, North Yorkshire.

North Yorkshire · England · settlement

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

About Well

Well is a quaint village and civil parish located in North Yorkshire, England, approximately 4 miles south of Bedale and near Snape. Nestled at the edge of a limestone escarpment, it offers scenic views of the Vale of Mowbray. With a population of 230 as recorded in the 2011 Census, Well presents a unique setting for potential planning applications in a charming rural community.

Population: 244 (2021) · Area: 851.3 km²

District: Hambleton

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Area Information

Admin district: North Yorkshire
Parliamentary constituency: Richmond and Northallerton
LSOA: Richmondshire 006G

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Well.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Well based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Well.

- Pitcairn Phlashetts Lane Well Bedale North Yorkshire DL8 2QQ
Appilcation for the construction of Two bedroom Dormer Bungalow and external works
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Hambleton | Date: 2025-08-29
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- Up Yonder Phlashetts Lane Well Bedale North Yorkshire DL8 2QQ
Application for new detached garage, alterations and internal rearrangement.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Hambleton | Date: 2025-06-20
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- Well Village Institute Church Street Well North Yorkshire DL8 2QA
Application for variation of a conditions 2 (Approved Plans) and 3 (Materials) following grant of planning permission 21/02237/FUL- Changes to roof and window materials
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Hambleton | Date: 2024-07-10
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- The Old Farmhouse Well Bank Well Bedale North Yorkshire DL8 2QF
Application for works to a tree in a Conservation Area
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Hambleton | Date: 2024-06-07
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A brief summary of Well in North Yorkshire

Well covers an area of approximately 851.3 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Well a particularly low-crime area.

Well has one conservation area within its boundaries: Well. 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 Well includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. 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 Well

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Well. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Well.

At 57 days on average, decisions near Well slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Well were full planning applications (3), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 75% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 3 smaller schemes were submitted.

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