West Scrafton, North Yorkshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near West Scrafton, North Yorkshire.
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Planning applications in West Scrafton are administered by City Of York Council. View the full City Of York Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About West Scrafton
West Scrafton is a quaint village and civil parish situated in Coverdale, within the picturesque Yorkshire Dales of North Yorkshire. Located just 4 miles southwest of Leyburn, it offers a serene rural environment, with a small population of approximately 70 residents as of 2013. This charming locale may present unique opportunities for planning applications focused on preserving its character and enhancing community amenities.
Population: 62 (2021)
District: Richmondshire
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £319,867 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: North Yorkshire
- Parliamentary constituency: Richmond and Northallerton
- LSOA: Richmondshire 006A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near West Scrafton.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near West Scrafton.
- 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 West Scrafton based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
45 planning applications found near West Scrafton.
- - Barn at Town Head Farm, West Scrafton, Leyburn, DL8 4RU (GR:407123,483588)
Full planning permission for change of use of stone barn to a dwelling, with associated parking and installation of package treatment plant, including the demolition of 2no. abutting lean-to structure
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Yorkshire Dales | Date: 2025-06-25
View full details - - Culverham Farmhouse, West Scrafton, Leyburn, DL8 4RU
Listed building consent for replacement of 4no. wooden framed single glazed windows to front elevation with 4no. wooden framed double glazed windows to match existing
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Yorkshire Dales | Date: 2025-05-19
View full details - - Culverham Farm House, West Scrafton, Leyburn, DL8 4RU
Listed building consent for repairs and maintenance to secure the integrity of the buildings
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Yorkshire Dales | Date: 2023-01-27
View full details - - Curlew Cottage, West Scrafton, Leyburn, DL8 4RU
Section 73 application for removal of Condition 1 of YD/1/85/6A (full planning permission for alterations and extensions to, and change of use of, existing barn to form one dwelling) in respect of per
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Yorkshire Dales | Date: 2023-01-13
View full details - - The Old Methodist Chapel, West Scrafton, Leyburn, North Yorkshire, DL8 4RT
Approval of details reserved by Conditions 6 (windows); 9 (ventilation outlets) & 10 (external lighting) of R/85/49
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Yorkshire Dales | Date: 2022-12-16
View full details - - Bridge End Farm, High Lane, West Scrafton, Leyburn, DL8 4RT
application for prior approval under Part 16 of Schedule 2 to the Town & Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (England) Order 2015 as amended by the Town & Country Planning (General Permit
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Telecoms | Council: Yorkshire Dales | Date: 2020-10-13
View full details - - The Old Methodist Chapel, High Lane, West Scrafton
full planning permission for conversion of former chapel to a two bedroom dwelling for local occupancy and/or short term holiday let use.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Yorkshire Dales | Date: 2018-06-14
View full details - - Hill Top Farm, West Scrafton
notification under part 6 of the Town & Country Planning (General Permitted Development Order) (England) 2015 to roof over manure/silage store
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Yorkshire Dales | Date: 2018-04-27
View full details - - Croft Barn, West Scrafton
full planning permission for conversion of barn to form a 2 bedroom local occupancy dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Yorkshire Dales | Date: 2017-11-28
View full details - - West Scrafton Bridge, High Lane, West Scrafton
notification under part 16 of the Town & Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (England) order 2015 for installation of a 9m light BT Pole
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Yorkshire Dales | Date: 2015-10-08
View full details - - Chantry Barn, The Chantry, West Scrafton
full planning permission for conversion of outbuilding to form ancillary accommodation to the main dwelling at The Chantry
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Yorkshire Dales | Date: 2014-05-14
View full details - - Chantry Barn, The Chantry, West Scrafton
listed building consent for conversion of outbuilding to form ancillary accommodation to the main dwelling at The Chantry
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Yorkshire Dales | Date: 2014-05-14
View full details - - The Old Chapel, West Scrafton
full planning permission for erection of single storey extension to front of dwelling to form a porch.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Yorkshire Dales | Date: 2014-02-04
View full details - - Culverham Farm House, West Scrafton
listed building consent for erection of single storey timber framed conservatory
Status: Rejected | Type: Heritage | Council: Yorkshire Dales | Date: 2013-12-23
View full details - - Culverham Farm House, West Scrafton
full planning permission for erection of single storey timber framed conservatory
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Yorkshire Dales | Date: 2013-12-23
View full details - - Crag View, West Scrafton
listed building consent for remedial works to tie all of the internal and external walls together in order to ensure the long term stability of the property
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Yorkshire Dales | Date: 2010-02-18
View full details - - Culverham Farmhouse, West Scrafton
listed building consent for insertion of new window to ground floor east elevation
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Yorkshire Dales | Date: 2009-06-02
View full details - - Cullen House Farm, West Scrafton
full planning permission for erection of replacement agricultural building
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Yorkshire Dales | Date: 2007-04-24
View full details - - Cullen House Farm, West Scrafton
full planning permission for erection of replacement agricultural building
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Yorkshire Dales | Date: 2007-04-21
View full details - - Outbuildings At Manor House West Scrafton Leyburn North Yorkshire DL8 4RT
Conservation Area Consent for Part Demolition of Dangerous Structure and Works to Consolidate Walls
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Heritage | Council: Richmondshire | Date: 2007-01-08
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A brief summary of West Scrafton in North Yorkshire
West Scrafton is a quaint village and civil parish situated in Coverdale, within the picturesque Yorkshire Dales of North Yorkshire. Located just 4 miles southwest of Leyburn, it offers a serene rural environment, with a small population of approximately 70 residents as of 2013. This charming locale may present unique opportunities for planning applications focused on preserving its character and enhancing community amenities. The settlement has a population of approximately 62 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Richmondshire district.
Property prices in West Scrafton show an average sale price of £319,867, 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 West Scrafton a particularly low-crime area.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around West Scrafton includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): East Nidderdale Moors (Flamstone Pin - High Ruckles) 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.
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Planning Activity in West Scrafton
In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near West Scrafton. The average decision time was 160 days.
With an average of 160 days, decisions near West Scrafton take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 6-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.
The most common application types near West Scrafton were full planning applications (1), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 1 smaller scheme were submitted.
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- 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.