How long do planning decisions take near Abbeytown?

The average planning decision time near Abbeytown is 43 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate near Abbeytown?

The planning approval rate near Abbeytown is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Abbeytown?

The most common type of planning application near Abbeytown is outline applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Abbeytown?

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Abbeytown, Cumbria Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Abbeytown, Cumbria.

Cumbria · England · settlement

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About Abbeytown

Abbeytown, the principal village in the civil parish of Holme Abbey in Cumbria, England, has deep historical roots, having been formerly known as Holme Cultram. Its name pays homage to the nearby Holmcultram Abbey, established in 1150 and dissolved in 1538, with the remaining nave now functioning as the parish church. As of the 2021 census, Holme Abbey had a population of 757, making it a quaint community with potential considerations for local planning applications.

Population: 757

District: Holme Abbey

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £255,100 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Cumberland
Parliamentary constituency: Penrith and Solway
LSOA: Allerdale 003A

Crime Statistics

3 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 2
public-order: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Abbeytown.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Abbeytown.

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 Abbeytown based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Abbeytown.

- Friars Garth, Abbeytown, Wigton, CA7 4SY
The proposed installation of a telecommunications base station comprising a 15m streetworks pole within wraparound cabinet at the base, supporting 6 no antennas, together with 2 cabinets and ancillary
Status: Undecided | Type: Telecoms | Council: Allerdale | Date: 2026-03-30
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A brief summary of Abbeytown in Cumbria

Property prices in Abbeytown show an average sale price of £255,100, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

Neighbourhood safety in Abbeytown is generally good, with just 3 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Abbeytown includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Thornhill Moss & Meadows SSSI, Upper Solway Flats & Marshes SSSI; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Solway Coast; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Solway Firth; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Solway Firth; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Upper Solway Flats & Marshes. 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 Abbeytown

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Abbeytown. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 43 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Abbeytown may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 43 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Abbeytown were outline applications (2), telecoms (1).

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