Thorpe, North Yorkshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Thorpe, North Yorkshire.
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Planning applications in Thorpe are administered by City Of York Council. View the full City Of York Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Thorpe
Thorpe is a quaint hamlet and civil parish located in Wharfedale, North Yorkshire, just 2 miles south of Grassington and 6 miles north of Skipton. With a population estimated at around 50 in 2015, Thorpe's small size means it is included in the civil parish of Burnsall, making it a unique area for potential planning applications in a tranquil rural setting.
Population: 59 (2021)
District: Craven
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Area Information
- Admin district: North Yorkshire
- Parliamentary constituency: Skipton and Ripon
- LSOA: Craven 009A
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Thorpe.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Thorpe.
- 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 Thorpe based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
2 planning applications found near Thorpe.
- - Elbolton Croft, Thorpe, SKIPTON, BD23 6BJ
Approval of details reserved by Condition 6 (mortar sample/method of pointing) of C/70/26A
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Yorkshire Dales | Date: 2026-03-12
View full details - - Pinders Barn, Thorpe, Skipton, BD23 6BJ
Application to modify the Section 106 Agreement (dated 02 July 2018) attached to planning permission C/70/29 (full planning permission for conversion of barn to 3-bedroom local occupancy dwelling or h
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Yorkshire Dales | Date: 2026-03-10
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A brief summary of Thorpe in North Yorkshire
Thorpe is a quaint hamlet and civil parish located in Wharfedale, North Yorkshire, just 2 miles south of Grassington and 6 miles north of Skipton. With a population estimated at around 50 in 2015, Thorpe's small size means it is included in the civil parish of Burnsall, making it a unique area for potential planning applications in a tranquil rural setting. The settlement has a population of approximately 59 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Craven district.
Thorpe has one conservation area within its boundaries: Hebden. 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 Thorpe includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): West Nidderdale, Barden and Blubberhouses Moors SSSI, Cracoe Reef Knolls SSSI; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): North Pennine Moors; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): North Pennine Moors; 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Thorpe 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.
Planning Activity in Thorpe
In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Thorpe. Of these, 100% were approved.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Thorpe may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The most common application types near Thorpe were discharge of conditions (2).
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- Burnsall planning applications
- Hartlington planning applications
- Linton planning applications
- Hebden planning applications
- Threapland planning applications
- Grassington planning applications
- Threshfield planning applications
- Appletreewick planning applications
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.