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Planning in Ruswarp

Only 5 decisions near Ruswarp in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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Around Ruswarp

Postcode districts

YO21 106 applications in the last 12 monthsYO22 106 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: North Yorkshire Council

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About Ruswarp

Ruswarp is a village located in the civil parish of Whitby, North Yorkshire, approximately 1.8 miles from Whitby town centre. Situated at the junction of the B1410 and B1416 roads along the River Esk, it benefits from transport links via the Ruswarp railway station on the Esk Valley Line. The village's name, derived from 'Risewarp,' reflects its historical connection to the area's natural landscape, characterized by silted land and brushwood. It sits within the Whitby district.

Property prices in Ruswarp show an average sale price of £271,884, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Ruswarp 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 Ruswarp a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Ruswarp has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Ruswarp, 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, 12 planning applications were submitted near Ruswarp.

The most common types were full planning applications (4), discharge of conditions (2), tree works (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Ruswarp?
In the last 24 months, 12 planning applications were submitted near Ruswarp.
What types of planning applications are most common near Ruswarp?
The most common type of planning application near Ruswarp is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Ruswarp?
You can search and track planning applications near Ruswarp on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.