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Planning in Pateley Bridge

Approved
93%
14 of 15 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Pateley Bridge

Pateley Bridge is a market town located within the civil parish of High and Low Bishopside in Nidderdale, North Yorkshire. Nestled along the River Nidd, it historically belonged to the West Riding of Yorkshire and is situated near the Yorkshire Dales National Park, making it an attractive area for potential planning applications related to development and conservation.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Pateley Bridge 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 Pateley Bridge a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Pateley Bridge has 14 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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

To comment on or object to a planning application near Pateley Bridge, 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, 25 planning applications were submitted near Pateley Bridge. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (6), tree works (6), discharge of conditions (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Pateley Bridge?
In the last 24 months, 25 planning applications were submitted near Pateley Bridge. The approval rate is 93%.
How long do planning decisions take near Pateley Bridge?
The average planning decision time near Pateley Bridge is 60 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 Pateley Bridge?
The planning approval rate near Pateley Bridge is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Pateley Bridge?
The most common type of planning application near Pateley Bridge is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Pateley Bridge?
You can search and track planning applications near Pateley Bridge on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.