How long do planning decisions take near Welton?

The average planning decision time near Welton is 40 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 Welton?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Welton?

The most common type of planning application near Welton is tree works applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Welton, East Riding of Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Welton, East Riding of Yorkshire.

East Riding of Yorkshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Welton are administered by East Riding Of Yorkshire Council. View the full East Riding Of Yorkshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Welton

Welton is a village and civil parish located in the East Riding of Yorkshire, England, stretching from the Humber Estuary in the south to the picturesque Yorkshire Wolds in the north. The area is well-connected, with the A63 road and the Hull to Selby railway line running east-west, making it an important location for planning applications and developments within the region.

Population: 2,831 (2021)

District: East Riding of Yorkshire

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £247,063 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: East Riding of Yorkshire
Parliamentary constituency: Goole and Pocklington
LSOA: East Riding of Yorkshire 032I

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Welton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Welton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Welton.

- 9 Parliament Street Welton East Riding Of Yorkshire HU15 1PA
WELTON CONSERVATION AREA - Fell 1 no. Purple Plum tree due to close proximity to a retaining wall and has grown too large for its location
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: East Riding | Date: 2026-07-02
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- 33 Welton Old Road Welton East Riding Of Yorkshire HU15 1NU
TPO - WELTON NO. 4 - 2002 (REF 643) G1 - Remove 1 no. fallen Ash tree
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: East Riding | Date: 2026-04-09
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- 2A Temple Close Welton East Riding Of Yorkshire HU15 1NX
Certificate of Lawfulness for the erection of a detached summer house to rear garden
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: East Riding | Date: 2026-03-25
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- Fountain Cottage 25 Dale Road Welton East Riding Of Yorkshire HU15 1PE
WELTON CONSERVATION AREA - Side reduce 1 no. Holly tree (A) by 2 metres due to branches overhanging the road and for road user safety; Crown reduce 2 no. Holly tree (B & C) and 1 no. Yew tree (D) by 3
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: East Riding | Date: 2025-10-27
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- 22A Dale Road Welton East Riding Of Yorkshire HU15 1PE
WELTON CONSERVATION AREA - Fell 2no Conifers (G1) to ground level; Fell 1no Conifer (T1) to ground level
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: East Riding | Date: 2023-07-21
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A brief summary of Welton in East Riding of Yorkshire

Property prices in Welton show an average sale price of £247,063, 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 Welton a particularly low-crime area.

Welton has one conservation area within its boundaries: Welton. 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 Welton includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Melton Bottom Chalk Pit SSSI. 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 Welton

In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Welton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 40 days.

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

The average decision time of 40 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Welton were tree works (5), full planning applications (3), outline applications (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 10 smaller schemes were submitted.

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