How many planning applications has Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council received?

Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council received 557 planning applications in the last 24 months. The approval rate is 95%.

How long does Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council take to decide planning applications?

Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council takes an average of 54 days to decide planning applications. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for householder and minor applications, and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate for Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council?

Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council approves 95% of planning applications. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

How do I object to a planning application in Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council?

To object to a Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council planning application, you must submit your representation to Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council during the public consultation period — typically 21 days from the date the application was publicised. Planning Signal shows you the consultation deadline for each application and links directly to the Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council planning portal where objections can be submitted.

Can I appeal a Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council planning decision?

Yes. If Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council refuses your planning application, you can appeal to the Planning Inspectorate. 142 appeals were lodged against Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council decisions in the last 24 months, with a 35% success rate.

Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council Planning Applications

Q: How do I search Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council planning applications?

You can search Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council planning applications by postcode on Planning Signal. Enter any postcode in the Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council area to see all nearby applications, filter by type, and track decisions in real time.

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Region: Yorkshire and the Humber

About Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council

Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council serves as the local authority for the Redcar and Cleveland area in North Yorkshire, England. Established in 1974 as Langbaurgh Borough Council, it transitioned to a unitary authority in 1996, assuming both district and county council responsibilities following the dissolution of Cleveland County Council. This structure allows the council to manage a range of planning applications and local governance needs effectively within the borough.

Governance

Leader: Alec Brown (Labour), since 25 May 2023

Chair: Ian Hart (Liberal Democrat), since 22 May 2025

Seats: 59 councillors (term: 4 years)

Founded: 1974

Last election: 4 May 2023

Political composition: Labour (22), Conservative (14), Liberal Democrat (9), Independent (13)

Council Planning Features

Planning Applications - Browse all applications submitted to Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council, filterable by status, type, and size
Planning Activity Summary - Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council
Keyword Scorecard - See how often applications in Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council mention key planning constraints like heritage, flood risk, and environmental concerns
Council Boundary Map - Interactive map showing the council boundary and application locations
Full Details - View complete application details, dates and decision status

Council Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £176,290 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Redcar and Cleveland
Parliamentary constituency: Redcar
LSOA: Redcar and Cleveland 007A

Crime Statistics

62 crimes reported in 2026-04.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 29
anti-social-behaviour: 8
criminal-damage-arson: 7
other-crime: 6
shoplifting: 5
burglary: 2
other-theft: 2
public-order: 2
vehicle-crime: 1

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications in Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council.

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 Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Towns and villages in Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council

1202 towns and villages. Click any town to search for planning applications nearby.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings in the Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council area.

Monitoring Stations

7 flood monitoring stations near Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council.

Skinningrove (Kilton Beck)
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Loftus East Crescent (Loftus Beck)

A brief summary of Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council

The average property sale price in the Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council area is £176,290, based on 50 recent transactions.

The Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council area recorded 62 crimes in the most recent reporting period. Prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

Conservation Areas

There are 15 designated conservation areas within the Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council area. Planning applications within or near these areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve architectural and historic character. Permitted development rights may be restricted.

Conservation areas include: Upleatham, Wilton, Skinningrove, Kirkleatham, Marske-by-the-Sea, Yearby, Loftus, Liverton, Moorsholm, Brotton, and 5 more.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council area includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Saltburn Gill 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.

The council area encompasses 1202 towns and villages, including Brotton, Filey, Guisborough, Harrogate, Knaresborough and Loftus. Planning applications across these communities can be searched using the postcode search above.

Search Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council Planning Applications

Planning Signal provides a free, fast planning search for Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council. Use the postcode search above to find planning applications near any address in the Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council area. Unlike the official Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council planning portal, Planning Signal lets you save searches, watch individual applications, and receive email alerts when decisions are made or new applications are submitted nearby.

Whether you're a resident checking Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council planning applications near your home, a homeowner tracking your own application, or a property professional monitoring the local market, Planning Signal gives you the tools to stay informed about planning and development across Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council.

Planning Activity

In the last 24 months, 557 planning applications Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council received. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants in Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 54 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types in Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council were full planning applications (170), outline applications (108), tree works (89). Full planning applications account for 31% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 11 large-scale (major) developments, 68 medium-scale applications, 478 smaller schemes were submitted. The high volume of major applications indicates significant development pressure in the area, which may interest property developers and investors.

142 planning appeals were lodged against Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council decisions, of which 47 were allowed and 86 were dismissed (35% success rate).

Application Outcomes

Approved: 310 applications
Refused: 1 application
Withdrawn: 17 applications
Awaiting decision: 229 applications

Related Planning Guides

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