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Planning in Sunk Island

No decisions near Sunk Island in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Sunk Island

Sunk Island is a civil parish and Crown Estate village located in the East Riding of Yorkshire, England. Situated approximately 3.5 miles south of Ottringham and just 1 mile north of the Humber Estuary, it features unique geographical significance, including the Greenwich Meridian running through its eastern section. This location may present various planning opportunities and considerations for potential developments in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 221 (2021 estimate). It sits within the East Riding of Yorkshire district.

Property prices in Sunk Island show an average sale price of £191,104, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Sunk Island 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 Sunk Island a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Sunk Island has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Sunk Island 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.

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 Sunk Island, 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 Sunk Island.

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

Common questions

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