How long do planning decisions take near Westow?

The average planning decision time near Westow 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 Westow?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Westow?

The most common type of planning application near Westow is listed building consent applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Westow?

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Westow, North Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Westow, North Yorkshire.

North Yorkshire · England · settlement

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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.

Population: 329 (2021)

District: Ryedale

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Area Information

Admin district: North Yorkshire
Parliamentary constituency: Thirsk and Malton
LSOA: Ryedale 007E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Westow.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Westow based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Westow.

- Fox And Hounds House Main Street Westow North Yorkshire YO60 7NE
Replacement of windows with Yorkshire sliding sash windows. Replacement of 2 vertical sliding sash windows.
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Ryedale | Date: 2026-03-26
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- West Gable Main Street Westow North Yorkshire YO60 7NE
Variation of Condition 02 of approval 19/00228/HOUSE dated 16.04.19 to allow alterations to approved design and materials
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Ryedale | Date: 2026-02-10
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- The Old School Chapel Lane Westow North Yorkshire YO60 7ND
Fell 1no. Horse Chestnut Tree
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Ryedale | Date: 2025-09-19
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- The Old School Chapel Lane Westow Malton YO60 7ND
Horse Chestnut - remedial pruning by approx 30%
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Ryedale | Date: 2023-03-21
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A brief summary of Westow in North Yorkshire

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

Westow has one conservation area within its boundaries: Westow. 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 Westow includes 3 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Kirkham Park & Riverside SSSI, Jeffry Bog SSSI, River Derwent SSSI; 8 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Howardian Hills; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): River Derwent. 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 Westow

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Westow. 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 Westow 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 Westow were listed building and heritage (1), tree works (1), discharge of conditions (1). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.

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