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Planning in Runswick Bay

Only 9 decisions near Runswick Bay in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Runswick Bay in the last 24 months, from Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council's planning register.

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About Runswick Bay

Runswick Bay, a charming village nestled on the western edge of its namesake bay in North Yorkshire, is situated just 5 miles north of Whitby and near Ellerby and Hinderwell. Encompassed by the North York Moors National Park, it attracts tourists with its scenic cliffside views, coastal walks, and opportunities for fossil hunting along Runswick Sands, acclaimed as a beautiful white sand beach. Recognized as Beach of the Year 2020 by The Sunday Times, Runswick Bay is also part of the Cleveland Way national trail, making it a notable location for planning applications related to tourism and conservation.

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

The area around Runswick Bay has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Runswick Bay 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 Runswick Bay, 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, 10 planning applications were submitted near Runswick Bay.

The most common types were full planning applications (6), discharge of conditions (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Runswick Bay?
In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Runswick Bay.
What types of planning applications are most common near Runswick Bay?
The most common type of planning application near Runswick Bay is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Runswick Bay?
You can search and track planning applications near Runswick Bay on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.