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Planning in Gargrave

Approved
89%
48 of 52 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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About Gargrave

Gargrave is a large village and civil parish in North Yorkshire, located approximately 4 miles northwest of Skipton along the A65. Nestled on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales, it features the River Aire and the Leeds and Liverpool Canal running through it. With a population of 1,755 recorded in the 2011 census, Gargrave transitioned from the West Riding of Yorkshire to the Craven district until 2023, when it became part of the unitary North Yorkshire Council, making it a focal point for local planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,738 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Craven district.

Property prices in Gargrave show an average sale price of £317,399, 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 Gargrave a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Gargrave has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Gargrave 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Gargrave, 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, 76 planning applications were submitted near Gargrave. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (20), tree works (18), listed building and heritage (11).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Gargrave?
In the last 24 months, 76 planning applications were submitted near Gargrave. The approval rate is 89%.
How long do planning decisions take near Gargrave?
The average planning decision time near Gargrave is 49 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 Gargrave?
The planning approval rate near Gargrave is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Gargrave?
The most common type of planning application near Gargrave is full planning applications, with 20 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Gargrave?
You can search and track planning applications near Gargrave on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.