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Planning in Skirethorns

Only 4 decisions near Skirethorns in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Skirethorns

Skirethorns is a picturesque hamlet situated within the civil parish of Threshfield in Wharfedale, North Yorkshire, England. Nestled in the Yorkshire Dales National Park, it lies just west of Threshfield village, approximately 6 miles south of Kettlewell and 8 miles north of Skipton. Notably, the nearby Threshfield Quarry, despite its name, is actually located within Skirethorns, making the area relevant for planning applications related to both residential development and quarry activities.

Property prices in Skirethorns show an average sale price of £317,399, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Skirethorns 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 Skirethorns a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Skirethorns has 14 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Skirethorns 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 Skirethorns, 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, 6 planning applications were submitted near Skirethorns.

The most common types were full planning applications (4), advertising consent (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Skirethorns?
In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Skirethorns.
What types of planning applications are most common near Skirethorns?
The most common type of planning application near Skirethorns is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Skirethorns?
You can search and track planning applications near Skirethorns on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.