Scarborough, North Yorkshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Scarborough, North Yorkshire.
North Yorkshire · England · Town
About Scarborough
Scarborough, located in North Yorkshire, is a vibrant seaside town and civil parish with a population of 61,749, making it the largest town along the Yorkshire Coast and the fourth-largest settlement in the county. Its coastal charm and significant size make it a key area for planning applications and development opportunities.
Population: 61,749 (2011)
District: Scarborough
Website: http://www.scarborough.gov.uk
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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 008A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Scarborough.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Scarborough.
- 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 Scarborough based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
19 planning applications found near Scarborough.
- - 3 West Square Scarborough North Yorkshire YO11 1TW
Retention of existing mural and further extension to it
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Harrogate | Date: 2026-03-26
View full details - - Scarborough Pupil Referral Service, Valley Bridge Parade, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, YO11 2PG
The erection and installation of new 2.4 metre high security weld mesh fencing and electronic pedestrian and vehicle access gates
Status: Undecided | Council: North Yorkshire | Date: 2026-03-04
View full details - - Scarborough ATE Northway Scarborough YO12 7AQ
The installation of a 3.75m extension to existing rooftop stub mast to accommodate 9 no. replacement antenna and ancillary radio equipment, along with ancillary works thereto.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Harrogate | Date: 2026-01-27
View full details - - Central Railway Station Westborough Scarborough North Yorkshire YO11 1TN
Installation of a new CCTV system comprising forty-one CCTV cameras removal of all cameras that are being replaced, along with redundant cabling, containment and conduit, and to make good legacy damag
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Harrogate | Date: 2025-12-29
View full details - - 50 Westborough Scarborough North Yorkshire YO11 1TP
Replacement and upgrading of existing fire stair at rear of building. Replacement of existing roof slate with Cupa Heavy 3 slate.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Harrogate | Date: 2025-12-12
View full details - - Central Railway Station Westborough Scarborough North Yorkshire YO11 1TN
Public realm improvements to Scarborough Station forecourt, including alterations to accessible parking, taxi rank and drop-off areas, together with the creation of a pedestrian plaza and changes to p
Status: Undecided | Council: Harrogate | Date: 2025-11-11
View full details - - Westwood Annexe Valley Bridge Parade Scarborough North Yorkshire YO11 2PL
Deed of variation to s106 agreement in relation to 20/02747/FL, to allow for phasing of the development
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Harrogate | Date: 2025-10-07
View full details - - Central Railway Station Westborough Scarborough North Yorkshire YO11 1TN
Renewal of two existing Help Points, installation of three new Help Points and removal of two existing Help Points
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Harrogate | Date: 2025-10-02
View full details - - Moore Stephens 12 - 13 Alma Square Scarborough North Yorkshire YO11 1JR
Change of use of basement and ground floor offices (Use Class E) to 4 no. flats (Use Class C3) with secure cycle storage
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Scarborough | Date: 2025-04-25
View full details - - Moore Stephens 12 - 13 Alma Square Scarborough North Yorkshire YO11 1JR
Prior Approval under Class MA of Part 3 of Schedule 2 to the GDPO 2015 for conversion of first, second and third floor financial services offices (E(c)(i)) to 6 no. apartments (C3), with access to sec
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Harrogate | Date: 2025-04-25
View full details - - Moore Stephens 12 - 13 Alma Square Scarborough North Yorkshire YO11 1JR
Prior Approval under Class MA of Part 3 of Schedule 2 to the GDPO 2015 for conversion of first, second and third floor financial services offices (E(c)(i)) to 6 no. apartments (C3), with access to sec
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Scarborough | Date: 2025-04-25
View full details - - Moore Stephens 12 - 13 Alma Square Scarborough North Yorkshire YO11 1JR
Change of use of basement and ground floor offices (Use Class E) to 4 no. flats (Use Class C3) with secure cycle storage
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Harrogate | Date: 2025-04-25
View full details - - 57 Westborough Scarborough North Yorkshire YO11 1TU
Change of use from commercial business (Class E) to a 1 bedroom residential flat (C3)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Scarborough | Date: 2025-02-12
View full details - - Ground Floor Office 29 - 31 Falsgrave Road Scarborough North Yorkshire YO12 5EA
Change of use of offices to shop
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Harrogate | Date: 2025-02-01
View full details - - Ground Floor Office 29 - 31 Falsgrave Road Scarborough North Yorkshire YO12 5EA
Change of use of offices to shop
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Scarborough | Date: 2025-02-01
View full details - - Lawrence House Medical Centre 1 Belgrave Crescent Scarborough North Yorkshire YO11 1UB
5 Day Notice - Tree felling - Sycamore
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Scarborough | Date: 2025-01-22
View full details - - 10 And 10A Hanover Road Scarborough North Yorkshire YO11 1LS
Change of use and alteration of shop (Class E) at 10 to dwelling (C3) and incorporation into existing dwelling (C3) at 10A
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Scarborough | Date: 2023-04-25
View full details - ZF23/00753/FL - 10 And 10A Hanover Road Scarborough North Yorkshire YO11 1LS
Change of use and alteration of shop (Class E) at 10 to dwelling (C3) and incorporation into existing dwelling (C3) at 10A
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Scarborough | Date: 2023-04-25
View full details - - 190 - 192 Victoria Road Scarborough North Yorkshire YO11 1SX
Erection of single storey side extension with associated alterations to access and fire escape
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Scarborough | Date: 2023-03-24
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A brief summary of Scarborough in North Yorkshire
Scarborough, located in North Yorkshire, is a vibrant seaside town and civil parish with a population of 61,749, making it the largest town along the Yorkshire Coast and the fourth-largest settlement in the county. Its coastal charm and significant size make it a key area for planning applications and development opportunities. The Town has a population of approximately 61,749 (2011 estimate). It sits within the Scarborough district.
Property prices in Scarborough 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 Scarborough a particularly low-crime area.
Scarborough has 4 conservation areas within its boundaries: Weaponness, Dean Road and Manor Road Cemeteries, Falsgrave, Scarborough. 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Scarborough planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.scarborough.gov.uk. 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 Scarborough
In the last 24 months, 53 planning applications were submitted near Scarborough. Of these, 71% were approved, with an average decision time of 96 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 Scarborough.
With an average of 96 days, decisions near Scarborough 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 Scarborough were full planning applications (21), listed building and heritage (11), tree works (6). Full planning applications account for 40% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 7 medium-scale applications, 46 smaller schemes were submitted. The absence of major applications suggests the area is primarily characterised by smaller-scale improvements and extensions rather than large new developments.
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Related Planning Guides
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- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
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