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Planning in Giggleswick

Approved
100%
16 of 16 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

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About Giggleswick

Giggleswick is a picturesque village and civil parish located in North Yorkshire, England, just under a mile north-west of Settle, separated by the River Ribble. The village is home to the notable Giggleswick School, making it an area of interest for educational and community planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,254 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Craven district.

Property prices in Giggleswick show an average sale price of £371,790, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Giggleswick area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

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

The area around Giggleswick has 9 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Giggleswick 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 http://www.giggleswick-pc.org/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Giggleswick, 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, 43 planning applications were submitted near Giggleswick. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 days.

The most common types were tree works (9), discharge of conditions (8), full planning applications (6).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Giggleswick?
In the last 24 months, 43 planning applications were submitted near Giggleswick. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Giggleswick?
The average planning decision time near Giggleswick is 45 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 Giggleswick?
The planning approval rate near Giggleswick is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Giggleswick?
The most common type of planning application near Giggleswick is tree works applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Giggleswick?
You can search and track planning applications near Giggleswick on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.