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Planning in South Cave

Approved
82%
9 of 11 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of South Cave in the last 24 months, from East Riding of Yorkshire Council's planning register.

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Around South Cave

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About South Cave

South Cave is a village and civil parish located in the East Riding of Yorkshire, England, approximately 14 miles west of Hull city centre along the A1034 road. The nearby village of North Cave lies about 2 miles to the north-west. Although South Cave once held a town charter, it has since lapsed, and the parish council no longer designates the area as a town, which may influence local planning applications and community initiatives. The settlement has a population of approximately 3,941 (2021 estimate). It sits within the East Riding of Yorkshire district.

Property prices in South Cave show an average sale price of £247,063, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the South Cave 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 South Cave a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around South Cave has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, South Cave 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.southcavepc.gov.uk/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near South Cave, 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, 35 planning applications were submitted near South Cave. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.

The most common types were tree works (11), discharge of conditions (3), full planning applications (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near South Cave?
In the last 24 months, 35 planning applications were submitted near South Cave. The approval rate is 82%.
How long do planning decisions take near South Cave?
The average planning decision time near South Cave is 50 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.
What is the planning approval rate near South Cave?
The planning approval rate near South Cave is 82%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near South Cave?
The most common type of planning application near South Cave is tree works applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near South Cave?
You can search and track planning applications near South Cave on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.