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Planning in Whitgift

Only 1 decision near Whitgift in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Whitgift

Whitgift is a quaint linear village located in the East Riding of Yorkshire, approximately 4 miles east of Goole, alongside the River Ouse and north of the A161 road connecting Goole and Scunthorpe. Now part of the Twin Rivers parish, this former civil parish had a population of 191 in 1961 and is bordered by the villages of Ousefleet to the east and Reedness to the west. Its historical ties to the West Riding of Yorkshire add to its charm, making it a unique area for planning applications and local development. It sits within the Twin Rivers district.

Property prices in Whitgift show an average sale price of £218,795, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Whitgift 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 Whitgift a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

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

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Whitgift, 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, 4 planning applications were submitted near Whitgift.

The most common types were full planning applications (3), outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Whitgift?
In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Whitgift.
What types of planning applications are most common near Whitgift?
The most common type of planning application near Whitgift is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Whitgift?
You can search and track planning applications near Whitgift on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.