How long do planning decisions take near York?

The average planning decision time near York is 59 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 York?

The planning approval rate near York is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near York?

The most common type of planning application near York is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near York?

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York, Lancashire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near York, Lancashire.

Lancashire · England · settlement

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

About York

York is a quaint hamlet nestled in the Ribble Valley district of Lancashire, England, within the Billington and Langho civil parish. Located southeast of Langho, it offers convenient access to the A666 road and Langho railway station. The area features the Lord Nelson pub and a historic stone well, while outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy picturesque views of the Ribble Valley from a rocky outcrop nearby, ideal for picnics and low-level bouldering. The scenic landscape also provides glimpses of Blackpool Tower on clear days, making it a charming spot for potential development and community planning.

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Area Information

Admin district: Hyndburn
Parliamentary constituency: Hyndburn
LSOA: Hyndburn 001A

Crime Statistics

7 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 4
anti-social-behaviour: 1
other-theft: 1
vehicle-crime: 1

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 York based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

8 planning applications found near York.

- 30 Rogersfield Langho Lancashire BB6 8HB
Lawful development certificate for proposed single storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Ribble Valley | Date: 2026-03-30
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- 7 Springdale Road Langho BB6 8ER
Proposed demolition of existing rear lean-to extension and construction of rear single-storey flat-roof extension.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Ribble Valley | Date: 2026-01-20
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- 26 Whalley Road Langho BB6 8EJ
Retrospective application for single storey side extension.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Ribble Valley | Date: 2025-11-03
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- Oak Tree Whitehalgh Lane Langho BB6 8ET
Proposed demolition of conservatory and erection of side extension.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Ribble Valley | Date: 2025-07-02
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- 26 Whalley Road Langho BB6 8EJ
Retention of and alterations to single-storey extension to side, including alterations to the existing driveway and parking provision, and addition of a partial pitched roof.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Ribble Valley | Date: 2024-07-19
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- 26 Whalley Road Langho BB6 8EJ
Retrospective change of use from a dwelling house (C3) to a residential institution (C2) including demolition of garage and construction of a single-storey extension to the side and additional parking
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Ribble Valley | Date: 2024-02-23
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- Kimball 45 Whalley Road Langho BB6 8ES
Prior notification for proposed removal of existing conservatory and erection of a single-storey lean-to extension to rear 3.5m long, 3.9m high (max), 2.97m high to eaves.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Ribble Valley | Date: 2023-12-22
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- 14 Higherfield Langho BB6 8HQ
Proposed single storey extension to front and accessible entry to existing dwelling.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Ribble Valley | Date: 2023-01-05
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A brief summary of York in Lancashire

There were 7 crimes reported in the York area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.

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Planning Activity in York

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near York. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 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 York.

At 59 days on average, decisions near York slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near York were full planning applications (7), outline applications (2). Full planning applications account for 78% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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