Stainforth, North Yorkshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Stainforth, North Yorkshire.
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About Stainforth
Stainforth is a picturesque village and civil parish in North Yorkshire, located just north of Settle. The area is known for its natural beauty, including the stunning Stainforth Force waterfall, where the river cascades over limestone ledges into a deep pool, easily accessible from the village. Historically, Stainforth hosted a Youth Hostel at Taitlands from 1942 until 2007, making it a notable spot for visitors and outdoor enthusiasts.
Population: 212 (2021)
District: Craven
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £332,409 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: North Yorkshire
- Parliamentary constituency: Skipton and Ripon
- LSOA: Craven 009C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Stainforth.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Stainforth.
- 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 Stainforth based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
2 planning applications found near Stainforth.
- - Glenhaven, Main Street, Stainforth, BD24 9PE
Householder planning permission for erection of extensions to north and south elevations of the property to replace existing garage with new garage/store/gym with study at mezzanine level (north eleva
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Yorkshire Dales | Date: 2025-11-14
View full details - - Brookhouse, Main Street, Stainforth, Settle, BD24 9PE
Listed building consent to convert an existing window aperture at the East end of the North elevation into a doorway, giving access to the back garden from the main hallway
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Yorkshire Dales | Date: 2024-04-25
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A brief summary of Stainforth in North Yorkshire
Stainforth is a picturesque village and civil parish in North Yorkshire, located just north of Settle. The area is known for its natural beauty, including the stunning Stainforth Force waterfall, where the river cascades over limestone ledges into a deep pool, easily accessible from the village. Historically, Stainforth hosted a Youth Hostel at Taitlands from 1942 until 2007, making it a notable spot for visitors and outdoor enthusiasts. The settlement has a population of approximately 212 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Craven district.
Property prices in Stainforth show an average sale price of £332,409, 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 Stainforth a particularly low-crime area.
Stainforth has one conservation area within its boundaries: Settle - Carlisle Railway. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Stainforth includes 4 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 National Parks: YORKSHIRE DALES. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
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Planning Activity in Stainforth
In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Stainforth.
The most common application types near Stainforth were full planning applications (1). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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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.