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Planning in Scrooby

Only 3 decisions near Scrooby in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Scrooby in the last 24 months, from Bassetlaw District Council's planning register.

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About Scrooby

Scrooby is a quaint village located on the River Ryton within the Bassetlaw district of Nottinghamshire, England, near Bawtry in South Yorkshire. With a population that has declined from 329 in 2001 to 307 in 2021, Scrooby is rich in history, having served as a notable stopping point on the Great North Road until 1766. The village once welcomed prominent figures such as Elizabeth I and Cardinal Wolsey, who stayed at the Manor House after his political downfall. This historical context may influence planning applications in the area, particularly those related to heritage and conservation. The settlement has a population of approximately 307 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Bassetlaw district.

Property prices in Scrooby show an average sale price of £179,268, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Scrooby 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 Scrooby a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Scrooby 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 Scrooby, 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, 9 planning applications were submitted near Scrooby.

The most common types were full planning applications (2), outline applications (1), tree works (1).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Scrooby?
In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Scrooby.
What types of planning applications are most common near Scrooby?
The most common type of planning application near Scrooby is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Scrooby?
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