How long do planning decisions take near Ainthorpe?

The average planning decision time near Ainthorpe is 63 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 Ainthorpe?

The planning approval rate near Ainthorpe is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Ainthorpe?

The most common type of planning application near Ainthorpe is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Ainthorpe?

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Ainthorpe, North Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Ainthorpe, North Yorkshire.

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About Ainthorpe

Ainthorpe is a quaint village located in the civil parish of Danby, North Yorkshire, nestled within the picturesque North York Moors National Park. Positioned just a quarter of a mile south of Danby and 12 miles west of Whitby, it offers a serene setting in the Esk Valley that may be appealing for those considering planning applications in the region.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £270,192 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: North Yorkshire
Parliamentary constituency: Scarborough and Whitby
LSOA: Scarborough 002A

Crime Statistics

2 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

burglary: 2

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Ainthorpe.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Ainthorpe based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Ainthorpe.

- 2 Ainthorpe Court, Easton Lane, Ainthorpe
removal of window and insertion of French doors
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North York Moors | Date: 2025-10-21
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- Hollin Top Farm, Danby
verification check of condition 3, 4 and 8 of planning approval NYM/2025/0077
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: North York Moors | Date: 2025-07-15
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- 11 Dale End, Danby
construction of replacement single storey wraparound extension (part retrospective)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North York Moors | Date: 2025-05-16
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- west of Congrave Farm, 40 Ainthorpe Lane, Danby
improvements to field access including laying a tarmac surface
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North York Moors | Date: 2025-04-16
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- Hollin Top Farm, Danby
erection of agricultural building for storage and livestock housing purposes
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North York Moors | Date: 2025-02-03
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A brief summary of Ainthorpe in North Yorkshire

Property prices in Ainthorpe show an average sale price of £270,192, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

Neighbourhood safety in Ainthorpe is generally good, with just 2 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Ainthorpe includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): North York Moors SSSI; 2 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): North York Moors; 2 Special Protection Areas (SPA): North York Moors; 1 National Parks: NORTH YORK MOORS. 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 Ainthorpe

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Ainthorpe. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 63 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 Ainthorpe.

At 63 days on average, decisions near Ainthorpe slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Ainthorpe were full planning applications (5), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 71% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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