How long do planning decisions take near Wensley?

The average planning decision time near Wensley is 21 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What types of planning applications are most common near Wensley?

The most common type of planning application near Wensley is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Wensley?

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Wensley, North Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Wensley, North Yorkshire.

North Yorkshire · England · settlement

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

About Wensley

Wensley is a quaint village and civil parish in North Yorkshire, located just 1 mile southwest of Leyburn along the A684 road. The village features a mix of residential homes, holiday cottages, an inn, a pub, and a historic church, all set against the picturesque backdrop of the River Ure. This charming location may present opportunities for planning applications related to tourism, residential development, or conservation.

Population: 139 (2021) · Area: 814.8 km²

District: Richmondshire

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £293,199 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

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

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Wensley based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Wensley.

- Lilac Cottage Wensley Leyburn North Yorkshire DL8 4HP
Householder planning application for the alteration, extension and refurbishment of cottage, demolition of existing garage and erection of a smaller annex building with attached car port and widenend
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Richmondshire | Date: 2026-01-27
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- Low Yard Barn Low Lane Wensley Leyburn North Yorkshire DL8 4HS
Full Planning Permission for Changes to Previously Approved Detached Garage and Store (Retrospective) (19/00287/FULL) and Use of First Floor of the Detached Garage as Ancillary Accommodation/Holiday L
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Richmondshire | Date: 2023-06-16
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- Site East Of Park House Wensley North Yorkshire
Variation of Condition 1 Attached to Planning Permission 20/00207/FULL to change the foundation footings of the dwelling adjacent to Goose Green, windows, doors and garden layout of both plots includi
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Richmondshire | Date: 2023-05-26
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A brief summary of Wensley in North Yorkshire

Wensley covers an area of approximately 814.8 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Wensley show an average sale price of £293,199, 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 Wensley a particularly low-crime area.

Wensley has one conservation area within its boundaries: Wensley. 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 Wensley includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Leyburn Glebe SSSI; 2 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Wensley

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Wensley. The average decision time was 21 days.

The average decision time of 21 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Wensley were full planning applications (1), other applications (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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