Scrooby, Nottinghamshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Scrooby, Nottinghamshire.
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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.
Population: 307 (2021)
District: Bassetlaw
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £199,033 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Doncaster
- Parliamentary constituency: Doncaster East and the Isle of Axholme
- LSOA: Doncaster 038C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Scrooby.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Scrooby.
- 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 Scrooby based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
7 planning applications found near Scrooby.
- - Land North Of Sheepcote House Great North Road Scrooby South Yorkshire
Outline Planning Permission All Matters Reserved ( Access Sought) Erection of a Single Detached Dwelling
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Bassetlaw | Date: 2026-03-26
View full details - - Rosedale Low Road Scrooby South Yorkshire DN10 6AJ
Demolish Existing Side Conservatory and Erect Single Storey Extension on Reduced Footprint with Raised Patio Area
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Bassetlaw | Date: 2025-10-21
View full details - - Rosedale Low Road Scrooby South Yorkshire DN10 6AJ
Erect Single Storey Front Porch Extension with Alterations to Existing Bay Windows, Demolish Conservatory and Erect Single Storey Side Extension, Erect Single Storey Front Extension to Attached Garage
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Bassetlaw | Date: 2025-06-24
View full details - - Land North Of Sheepcote House Great North Road Scrooby South Yorkshire
Reserved Matters for Appearance, Landscaping, Layout and Scale for the Proposed Development of a Single Dwelling Access Erection of a Single Dwelling Pursuant of Outline Planning Permission 22/01327/O
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Outline | Council: Bassetlaw | Date: 2025-04-29
View full details - - Peartree Cottage Chapel Lane Scrooby South Yorkshire DN10 6AE
Single Storey Rear Extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Bassetlaw | Date: 2024-01-30
View full details - - Wooffendon House Chapel Lane Scrooby South Yorkshire DN10 6AE
Retain Replacement Tiled Mono-Pitched Roof and Pitched Conservatory Roof with GRP Mono Pitched Roof, Alterations to Existing Door Openings and Over Cladding with Cedar Cladding. Erect Covered Area Alo
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Bassetlaw | Date: 2024-01-09
View full details - - 2 Holmefield Croft Scrooby South Yorkshire DN10 6BS
Works to Trees in a Conservation Area - Topping of Cherry Tree Crown Approx 2m from the North Side and 2m from the South and Height by Approx 1m
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Bassetlaw | Date: 2023-11-30
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A brief summary of Scrooby in Nottinghamshire
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 £199,033, 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 Scrooby a particularly low-crime area.
Scrooby has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Scrooby, Scaftworth. 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 Scrooby includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Scrooby Top Quarry SSSI; 2 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
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.
Planning Activity in Scrooby
In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Scrooby. Of these, 33% were approved, with an average decision time of 87 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 Scrooby.
The average decision period of 87 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 13 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Scrooby were full planning applications (2), outline applications (2). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
Nearby Towns
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.