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Planning in Staithes

Approved
100%
10 of 10 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Staithes in the last 24 months, from Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council's planning register.

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About Staithes

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/.

Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Staithes, 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, 14 planning applications were submitted near Staithes. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (6), amendments (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Staithes?
In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Staithes. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Staithes?
The average planning decision time near Staithes is 59 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 Staithes?
The planning approval rate near Staithes is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Staithes?
The most common type of planning application near Staithes is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Staithes?
You can search and track planning applications near Staithes on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.