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Planning in Smelthouses

Only 1 decision near Smelthouses in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Smelthouses

Smelthouses is a charming hamlet located in Nidderdale, North Yorkshire, approximately 2.3 miles southeast of Pateley Bridge. Nestled along both sides of Fell Beck, which serves as a tributary of the River Nidd, the settlement is uniquely divided between the civil parishes of Hartwith cum Winsley and High and Low Bishopside. This picturesque location may present opportunities for planning applications that enhance its rural character while respecting its parish boundaries.

Property prices in Smelthouses show an average sale price of £324,634, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Smelthouses 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 Smelthouses a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Smelthouses has 17 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Smelthouses 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 Smelthouses, 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, 5 planning applications were submitted near Smelthouses.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Smelthouses?
In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Smelthouses.
What types of planning applications are most common near Smelthouses?
The most common type of planning application near Smelthouses is discharge of conditions, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Smelthouses?
You can search and track planning applications near Smelthouses on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.