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Planning in Filey

Only 5 decisions near Filey in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Filey in the last 24 months, from North Yorkshire Council's planning register.

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About Filey

Filey, a charming seaside town and civil parish in North Yorkshire, lies between Scarborough and Bridlington along the picturesque Filey Bay. Once a fishing village, it has transformed into a popular tourist destination, boasting a stunning sandy beach. As of the 2011 UK census, Filey had a population of 6,981, reflecting steady growth from previous decades, making it a vibrant community for potential planning applications in the area. The town has a population of approximately 7,083 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Scarborough district.

Property prices in Filey show an average sale price of £226,577, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Filey a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Filey has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Filey planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications. Further local information can be found on the community website at https://www.fileytowncouncil.co.uk/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Filey, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 17 planning applications were submitted near Filey.

The most common types were full planning applications (4), outline applications (3), listed building and heritage (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Filey?
In the last 24 months, 17 planning applications were submitted near Filey.
What types of planning applications are most common near Filey?
The most common type of planning application near Filey is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Filey?
You can search and track planning applications near Filey on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.