What percentage of planning applications does Scarborough approve?

Scarborough approves approximately 84% of planning applications, based on 327 decisions analysed by PlanningLens from the council's planning portal.

How many planning applications has Scarborough decided?

PlanningLens has analysed 327 planning decisions published by Scarborough.

What is the refusal rate for Scarborough planning applications?

Scarborough refuses approximately 16% of planning applications.

How long does a planning application take in Scarborough?

The average planning application in Scarborough takes 16.7 weeks from validation to decision, which is above the statutory 8-week target for householder applications. Based on 325 applications with recorded submission and decision dates. See how Scarborough compares in the UK ranking: How long does a planning application take in the UK?

Scarborough Planning Decisions — What Gets Approved and Refused

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Recent planning decisions in Scarborough

Data last updated December 2025. We’re working on a refresh.

9 months ago

Proposed 2no. free standing sign on boundary, and 2 signs affixed to external wa

ZF25/01095/AA · Eastfield

Approved

9 months ago

Redevelopment and change of use from of No.10 Holiday Homes to No.9 market dwell

ZF25/00992/FL · Hunmanby And Sherburn

Refused

9 months ago

Erection of 3No dwellings

ZF25/00442/FL · Hunmanby And Sherburn

Refused

9 months ago

Erection of two storey side and single storey rear extensions including dormer w

ZF25/01006/HS · Filey

Approved

9 months ago

Two storey side extension and raising of roof to include dormer window with Juli

ZF25/00876/HS · Falsgrave & Stepney

Approved

9 months ago

Installation of new replacement theatre plant room, and erection of a stair core

ZF25/01148/FL · Woodlands

Approved

9 months ago

Demolition of wall and fence, installation of a dropped kerb and associated alte

ZF25/01161/HS · Northstead

Refused

9 months ago

Extension of patio area to the front/south elevation including pergola, ramp, an

ZF25/00890/HS · Weaponness & Ramshill

Refused

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This page analyses 327 planning decisions made by Scarborough from January 2020 to December 2025. Data is sourced directly from the council’s planning portal. For the full approval rate breakdown, ward-level analysis, and extension-type approval patterns, see the Scarborough planning approval rates page.

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