Staithes, North Yorkshire Planning Applications

Staithes is a picturesque village located in North Yorkshire, England, straddling the border between the unitary authorities of North Yorkshire and Redcar and Cleveland, with the adjacent area known as Cowbar. Once a hub for fishing and mining, Staithes has transformed into a popular tourist destination within the North York Moors National Park, making it an area of interest for potential planning applications and developments. It sits within the Hinderwell district.

Property prices in Staithes show an average sale price of £169,736, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Staithes 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 Staithes a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Staithes has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Staithes 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.welcometostaithes.co.uk/.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Staithes, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.