How long do planning decisions take near Ruswarp?

The average planning decision time near Ruswarp is 115 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 Ruswarp?

The planning approval rate near Ruswarp is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Ruswarp?

The most common type of planning application near Ruswarp is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Ruswarp?

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Ruswarp, North Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Ruswarp, North Yorkshire.

North Yorkshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Ruswarp are administered by City Of York Council. View the full City Of York Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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.

District: Whitby

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £266,448 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: North Yorkshire
Parliamentary constituency: Scarborough and Whitby
LSOA: Scarborough 002A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Ruswarp.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Ruswarp.

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 Ruswarp based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

12 planning applications found near Ruswarp.

- 2 High Street Ruswarp Whitby North Yorkshire YO21 1NH
Felling of 1 No Cherry (T1) within Ruswarp Conservation Area
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Trees | Council: Harrogate | Date: 2025-10-25
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- Bridge Inn High Street Ruswarp Whitby North Yorkshire YO21 1NH
Installation of extraction flue to south elevation on single storey offshoot and increase in height of boundary treatment (retrospective)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Harrogate | Date: 2025-09-22
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- Former St Bartholomews Church High Street Ruswarp Whitby North Yorkshire YO21 1NH
Discharge of condition 2 (hard surface materials) in relation to application 22/02015/FL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Harrogate | Date: 2025-05-05
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- Former St Bartholomews Church High Street Ruswarp Whitby North Yorkshire YO21 1NH
Discharge of condition 2 (hard surface materials) in relation to application 22/02015/FL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Scarborough | Date: 2025-05-05
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- 24 Mill Court The Carrs Ruswarp Whitby North Yorkshire YO21 1YL
Erection of 2 storey side extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Harrogate | Date: 2025-03-21
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- 28A High Street Ruswarp Whitby North Yorkshire YO21 1NH
Replacement of porch canopy with upvc and timber front door with composite
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Scarborough | Date: 2024-07-06
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- 28A High Street Ruswarp Whitby North Yorkshire YO21 1NH
Replacement of porch canopy with upvc and timber front door with composite
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Scarborough | Date: 2024-07-06
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- 3 Croft Farm The Avenue Ruswarp Whitby North Yorkshire YO21 1NY
Replacement of timber windows with UPVC
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Scarborough | Date: 2024-06-30
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- Croft Cottage 17 High Street Ruswarp Whitby North Yorkshire YO21 1NH
Installation of replacement window
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Scarborough | Date: 2024-06-22
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- St Bartholomews Church High Street Ruswarp Whitby North Yorkshire YO21 1NH
Coppice growth from stump of felled 1 no. Holly tree
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Trees | Council: Scarborough | Date: 2024-06-08
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- St Bartholomews Church High Street Ruswarp Whitby North Yorkshire YO21 1NH
Coppice growth from stump of felled 1 no. Holly tree
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Trees | Council: Scarborough | Date: 2024-06-08
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- School House High Street Ruswarp Whitby North Yorkshire YO21 1NH
Proposed balcony over existing garage with external spiral staircase
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Scarborough | Date: 2023-12-11
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A brief summary of Ruswarp in North Yorkshire

Property prices in Ruswarp show an average sale price of £266,448, 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 Ruswarp a particularly low-crime area.

Ruswarp has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Ruswarp, Whitby. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Ruswarp includes 3 Ancient Woodland sites; 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.

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Planning Activity in Ruswarp

In the last 24 months, 13 planning applications were submitted near Ruswarp. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 115 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 Ruswarp.

With an average of 115 days, decisions near Ruswarp take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Ruswarp were full planning applications (5), listed building and heritage (3), discharge of conditions (3). Full planning applications account for 38% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 6 medium-scale applications, 7 smaller schemes were submitted.

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