How long do planning decisions take near Cayton?

The average planning decision time near Cayton is 123 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What types of planning applications are most common near Cayton?

The most common type of planning application near Cayton is outline applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Cayton?

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Cayton, North Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Cayton, North Yorkshire.

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About Cayton

Cayton is a charming village and civil parish located in North Yorkshire, just 4 miles (6 km) south of Scarborough. Known for its picturesque surroundings, Cayton offers a blend of rural living and proximity to coastal attractions, making it an area of interest for planning applications related to residential development and community projects.

Population: 2,547 (2021)

District: Scarborough

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £232,320 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: North Yorkshire
Parliamentary constituency: Scarborough and Whitby
LSOA: Scarborough 012B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Cayton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Cayton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Cayton.

- 82-86 Main Street Cayton Scarborough North Yorkshire YO11 3RT
Repair of the front stonework and pointing to all 3 properties up to window height due to erosion
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Scarborough | Date: 2025-04-17
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- The Willows 27A Main Street Cayton Scarborough North Yorkshire YO11 3RS
Erection of side extension to detached garage
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Scarborough | Date: 2025-01-07
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- 27 East Carr Cayton Scarborough North Yorkshire YO11 3TS
Erection of single storey rear extension following demolition of existing conservatory
Status: Conditions | Type: Outline | Council: Scarborough | Date: 2024-06-26
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- 25 West End View Cayton Scarborough North Yorkshire YO11 3SP
Crown lift and removal of small branches to 3no. Horse Chestnut trees (T1, T2 and T3)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Scarborough | Date: 2023-09-15
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- McCain Foods (GB) Ltd Havers Hill Eastfield Scarborough North Yorkshire YO11 3BS
Erection of single storey extension to connect the welfare and ancillary building with associated external alterations
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Scarborough | Date: 2023-07-20
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A brief summary of Cayton in North Yorkshire

Property prices in Cayton show an average sale price of £232,320, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

Cayton has one conservation area within its boundaries: Cayton. 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 Cayton includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Cayton, Cornelian and South Bays SSSI. 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 Cayton

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Cayton. The average decision time was 123 days.

With an average of 123 days, decisions near Cayton take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 5-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Cayton were outline applications (2), full planning applications (1), listed building and heritage (1).

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 4 smaller schemes were submitted.

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