Malham, North Yorkshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Malham, North Yorkshire.
North Yorkshire · England · settlement
About Malham
Malham is a picturesque village and civil parish located in North Yorkshire, England. Historically referenced as "Malgun" in the Domesday Book, its name translates to "settlement by the gravelly places," reflecting the area's unique geological features. This charming locality may be of interest to those researching planning applications, particularly in relation to its natural landscape and heritage.
Population: 162 (2021)
District: Craven
Website: http://www.malhamdale.com/
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £318,592 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: North Yorkshire
- Parliamentary constituency: Skipton and Ripon
- LSOA: Craven 007D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Malham.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Malham.
- 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 Malham based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
5 planning applications found near Malham.
- - BUCK INN, Buck Inn, Malham, SKIPTON, BD23 4DA
Full planning permission for window colour changes to part of the Buck Inn, from white to RAL 6014 (yellow olive) – relates to the hotel part of the premises only
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Yorkshire Dales | Date: 2026-04-09
View full details - - Village Hall, Cove Road, Malham, Skipton, North Yorkshire, BD23 4DQ
Full planning permission for installation of a solar PV and battery system
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Yorkshire Dales | Date: 2026-02-11
View full details - - The Buck Inn, Chapel Gate, Malham, BD23 4DA
Full planning permission for alterations to ground floor function room and office to create 2 no. hotel bedrooms (including one accessible), provision of ramped external access to lounge, internal alt
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Yorkshire Dales | Date: 2025-10-23
View full details - - Malham National Park Visitor Centre, Chapel Gate, Malham, Skipton, BD23 4DA
Full planning permission for erection of extension to the rear of the existing toilet block to install a Changing Places disabled toilet and relocation of 6 No PV panels to the extension roof
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Yorkshire Dales | Date: 2025-08-08
View full details - - Malham National Park Visitor Centre, Chapel Gate, Malham, Skipton, BD23 4DA
Full planning permission for replacement of existing roof with like-for-like stone tiles, installation of in-line solar panels on the roof; removal of the existing porch structure and replacement with
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Yorkshire Dales | Date: 2025-08-08
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A brief summary of Malham in North Yorkshire
Malham is a picturesque village and civil parish located in North Yorkshire, England. Historically referenced as "Malgun" in the Domesday Book, its name translates to "settlement by the gravelly places," reflecting the area's unique geological features. This charming locality may be of interest to those researching planning applications, particularly in relation to its natural landscape and heritage. The settlement has a population of approximately 162 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Craven district.
Property prices in Malham show an average sale price of £318,592, 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 Malham a particularly low-crime area.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Malham includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Malham-Arncliffe SSSI; 3 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Craven Limestone Complex; 1 National Parks: YORKSHIRE DALES. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Malham planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.malhamdale.com/. 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.
Planning Activity in Malham
In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Malham. The average decision time was 45 days.
The average decision time of 45 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Malham were full planning applications (6). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.