How long do planning decisions take near Bessingby?

The average planning decision time near Bessingby is 77 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 Bessingby?

The planning approval rate near Bessingby is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Bessingby?

The most common type of planning application near Bessingby is listed building consent applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Bessingby?

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Bessingby, East Riding of Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bessingby, East Riding of Yorkshire.

East Riding of Yorkshire · England · settlement

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About Bessingby

Bessingby is a village located in the East Riding of Yorkshire, now part of the Bridlington parish. Situated just southeast of the A614 and approximately 1.5 miles southwest of Bridlington, it offers a quaint rural setting. Historically, the area had a population of 106 in 1931, making it a small but significant part of the region's planning landscape.

District: Bridlington

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Area Information

Admin district: East Riding of Yorkshire
Parliamentary constituency: Bridlington and The Wolds
LSOA: East Riding of Yorkshire 001D

Crime Statistics

12 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 6
drugs: 2
public-order: 2
criminal-damage-arson: 1
theft-from-the-person: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Bessingby.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Bessingby based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Bessingby.

- Church Farm House Church Lane Bessingby East Riding Of Yorkshire YO16 4UH
BESSINGBY CONSERVATION AREA - Fell 3 no. Yew trees (T1, T2, and T3) due to blocking light to windows, interfering with overhead utility lines, and the roots cracking the existing retaining wall; Crown
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: East Riding | Date: 2025-12-01
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- Cottage Farm Main Street Bessingby East Riding Of Yorkshire YO16 4UH
Erection of single storey extension to side and formation of new doorway opening to existing gable
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: East Riding | Date: 2025-04-21
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- Cottage Farm Main Street Bessingby East Riding Of Yorkshire YO16 4UH
Erection of single storey extension to side; formation of new doorway opening to existing gable; replacement double glazed sash windows to ground and first floor to front, side and rear
Status: Rejected | Type: Heritage | Council: East Riding | Date: 2024-12-10
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- Cottage Farm Main Street Bessingby East Riding Of Yorkshire YO16 4UH
Erection of single storey extension to side
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Riding | Date: 2024-12-10
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A brief summary of Bessingby in East Riding of Yorkshire

There were 12 crimes reported in the Bessingby area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.

Bessingby has one conservation area within its boundaries: Bessingby. 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.

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Planning Activity in Bessingby

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Bessingby. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 77 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 Bessingby.

The average decision period of 77 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Bessingby were listed building and heritage (2), full planning applications (1), tree works (1). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 2 smaller schemes were submitted.

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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