Ravenscar, North Yorkshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Ravenscar, North Yorkshire.
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About Ravenscar
Ravenscar is a picturesque coastal village located in North Yorkshire, England, within the North York Moors National Park and the civil parish of Staintondale. Situated approximately 10 miles north of Scarborough, it was part of the Borough of Scarborough until 2023 and is now governed by the unitary North Yorkshire Council. This charming area offers a unique setting for planning applications, particularly in relation to its scenic landscapes and conservation considerations.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £232,320 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: North Yorkshire
- Parliamentary constituency: Scarborough and Whitby
- LSOA: Scarborough 004E
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Ravenscar.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Ravenscar.
- 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 Ravenscar based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
39 planning applications found near Ravenscar.
- - Raven Hall Country House Hotel, Raven Hall Road, Ravenscar
verification check of conditions 3, 4 and 12 of planning approval NYM/2024/0787
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: North York Moors | Date: 2025-06-17
View full details - - Raven Hall Country House Hotel Lodges and Golf Course, Raven Hall Road, Ravenscar
alterations and construction of single storey rear extension with terrace to lodges 5 and 6 and change of use of building to event space
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North York Moors | Date: 2024-11-07
View full details - - Raven Hall Country House Hotel Lodges and Golf Course, Raven Hall Road, Ravenscar
demolition of part of single storey extension to front entrance elevation, installation of disabled access ramp, alterations to dormer windows and installation of Juliet balconies, installation of gla
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North York Moors | Date: 2024-04-04
View full details - - land located north of 2 Loring Road, Ravenscar
creation of a wildlife pond (retrospective)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North York Moors | Date: 2024-03-14
View full details - - Ravenscar Visitor Centre, Peakside, Ravenscar
creation of accessible path to picnic bench area
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North York Moors | Date: 2023-10-30
View full details - - 2 Loring Road, Ravenscar
construction of replacement single storey rear extension, creation of outdoor seating area, removal of existing timber shed, erection of a greenhouse and relocation of oil tank
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North York Moors | Date: 2023-07-10
View full details - - 4 Loring Road, Ravenscar
construction of sun room extension to rear
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North York Moors | Date: 2022-12-04
View full details - - Cricket Ground, Church Road, Ravenscar
construction of single storey extension to pavilion
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North York Moors | Date: 2021-10-05
View full details - - land near to Station Square, Ravenscar
erection of replacement stable block
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: North York Moors | Date: 2021-03-22
View full details - - Scar View, Raven Hall Road, Ravenscar
removal of condition 6 of appeal decision NYM4/027/0140/OU to allow the occupancy of the dwelling to be restricted to principal residence
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North York Moors | Date: 2019-08-13
View full details - - Raven Hall Country House Hotel Lodges And Golf Course, Raven Hall Road, Ravenscar
replacement of 6 no. Cabrio windows with flat roof dormers and installation of new doors and windows to 4 no. holiday lodges
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North York Moors | Date: 2019-07-24
View full details - - Raven Lea, Station Road, Ravenscar
retention of single storey extension and change of use to holiday letting cottage
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North York Moors | Date: 2018-10-09
View full details - - 1 Loring Road, Ravenscar
construction of flat roof with lantern to existing conservatory together with hipped roof to existing dormer window
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North York Moors | Date: 2017-07-28
View full details - - 1 Station Square, Ravenscar
demolition and replacement of existing single storey building together with 6 velux rooflights and 2.no replacement windows and french door
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North York Moors | Date: 2017-05-22
View full details - - 4 Loring Road, Ravenscar
construction of two storey side extension together with replacement flat roof to rear incorporating 2 no, roof lanterns
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North York Moors | Date: 2016-11-15
View full details - - Holmlea, Station Road, Ravenscar
alterations and extensions together with construction of replacement garage
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North York Moors | Date: 2016-10-20
View full details - - Visitor Centre, Peakside and Peak Alum Works, Ravenscar
advertisement consent for the display of signs and replacement interpretation panels
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: North York Moors | Date: 2015-12-17
View full details - - Visitor Centre, Peakside, Ravenscar
use of premises to include cafe (Use Class A3) together with the siting of 3 no. picnic tables and 2 no. cycle racks
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North York Moors | Date: 2015-12-17
View full details - - Dunholme, Raven Hall Road, Ravenscar
construction of conservatory extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North York Moors | Date: 2015-09-01
View full details - - Moraine, Raven Hall Road, Ravenscar
alterations and extension to garage to form separate unit of accommodation
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: North York Moors | Date: 2015-07-15
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A brief summary of Ravenscar in North Yorkshire
Ravenscar is a picturesque coastal village located in North Yorkshire, England, within the North York Moors National Park and the civil parish of Staintondale. Situated approximately 10 miles north of Scarborough, it was part of the Borough of Scarborough until 2023 and is now governed by the unitary North Yorkshire Council. This charming area offers a unique setting for planning applications, particularly in relation to its scenic landscapes and conservation considerations.
Property prices in Ravenscar show an average sale price of £232,320, 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 Ravenscar a particularly low-crime area.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Ravenscar includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Robin Hood's Bay: Maw Wyke to Beast Cliff SSSI; 2 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Beast Cliff-Whitby (Robin Hood's Bay); 1 National Parks: NORTH YORK MOORS. 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, Ravenscar 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.
Planning Activity in Ravenscar
In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Ravenscar. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 77 days.
This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Ravenscar.
The average decision period of 77 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Ravenscar were full planning applications (5), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 83% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.
Nearby Towns
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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.