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Planning in Westow

Only 3 decisions near Westow in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Westow in the last 24 months, from North Yorkshire Council's planning register.

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About Westow

Westow is a picturesque village and civil parish located in North Yorkshire, England, nestled in the shelter of Spy Hill and adjacent to the Howardian Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It lies 3 miles from the A64 road, which connects Leeds to the East Coast, and is positioned 5 miles west of Malton and 15 miles east of York, making it a strategically appealing location for potential planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 329 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Ryedale district.

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

The area around Westow has 13 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Westow 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 Westow, 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, 5 planning applications were submitted near Westow.

The most common types were tree works (2), listed building and heritage (1), discharge of conditions (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Westow?
In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Westow.
What types of planning applications are most common near Westow?
The most common type of planning application near Westow is tree works applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Westow?
You can search and track planning applications near Westow on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.