How long do planning decisions take near Allithwaite?

The average planning decision time near Allithwaite is 64 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 Allithwaite?

The planning approval rate near Allithwaite is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Allithwaite?

The most common type of planning application near Allithwaite is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Allithwaite, Cumbria Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Allithwaite, Cumbria.

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About Allithwaite

Allithwaite is a village in Cumbria, England, situated approximately 1.2 miles west of Grange-over-Sands. Within the historic boundaries of Lancashire, it forms part of the civil parish of Lower Allithwaite, which includes the nearby village of Cartmel. The population of Allithwaite has seen modest growth, increasing from 1,758 in 2001 to 1,831 by the 2011 Census, making it a vibrant community for potential planning applications.

District: Lower Allithwaite

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Area Information

Admin district: Westmorland and Furness
Parliamentary constituency: Westmorland and Lonsdale
LSOA: South Lakeland 013D

Crime Statistics

6 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 5
burglary: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Allithwaite.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Allithwaite based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

10 planning applications found near Allithwaite.

- Land at Barn Hey Flookburgh Road Allithwaite GRANGE-OVER-SANDS LA11 7RJ
Variation of condition 1 (approved plans) attached to Reserved Matters application SL/2023/0329 (Application for Approval of Reserved Matters following Outline Approval SL/2023/0007 (Application for o
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2026-02-24
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- 1 Vicarage Lane Allithwaite GRANGE-OVER-SANDS LA11 7QN
Demolition of existing outbuildings and construction of two storey extension (revised scheme).
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2026-01-12
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- Barn Hey Flookburgh Road Allithwaite Grange-over-sands LA11 7RJ
Variation of Condition 6 attached to outline planning permission SL/2023/0007 (Outline application for up to 40 dwellings – Major Application) to regularise the loss of a hedgerow that was required to
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2025-11-12
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- Old Vicarage Vicarage Lane Allithwaite GRANGE-OVER-SANDS LA11 7QN
South Lakeland DC TPO No 10 1978 - T1 - Mature ash tree in decline - Fell
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2025-10-16
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- Blenkett Farm Jack Hill Allithwaite GRANGE-OVER-SANDS LA11 7RL
Refurbishment and dormer extension to existing farmhouse, conversion of barns and outbuilding to form four holiday accommodation units, demolition of redundant timber buildings and associated external
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2025-09-04
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- Post Cottage The Square Allithwaite GRANGE-OVER-SANDS LA11 7QF
Conversion and change of use of domestic garage to self-contained holiday let (Retrospective)
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2025-07-07
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- 6 Maychells Orchard Allithwaite Grange-over-sands Cumbria LA11 7PY
A single storey ground floor kitchen dining room extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2024-12-02
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- Old Vicarage Care Home Vicarage Lane Allithwaite GRANGE-OVER-SANDS LA11 7QN
South Lakeland DC TPO No 10 1978 T1 & T2 Plan Enclosed: Fell both trees which are about 50% dead T3 Cypress: Fell due to crown dieback and decay T4 Cypress: Fell due to crown dieback and weakened incl
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2024-07-10
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- Field Close Church Road Allithwaite GRANGE-OVER-SANDS LA11 7RE
Replacement of existing conservatory with a sunroom and creation of new external steps
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2024-04-25
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- 23 Templand Park Allithwaite Grange-over-sands Cumbria LA11 7QS
Installation of flat roof rear dormer incorporating roof lift, internal alterations, and PV panels to front elevations.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2024-02-22
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A brief summary of Allithwaite in Cumbria

There were 6 crimes reported in the Allithwaite area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.

Allithwaite has one conservation area within its boundaries: Grange over Sands. 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 Allithwaite includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Wart Barrow SSSI, Morecambe Bay SSSI; 3 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Morecambe Bay; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Morecambe Bay and Duddon Estuary; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Morecambe Bay. 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 Allithwaite

In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Allithwaite. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 64 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Allithwaite.

At 64 days on average, decisions near Allithwaite slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Allithwaite were full planning applications (8), tree works (2). Full planning applications account for 80% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 2 large-scale (major) developments, 2 medium-scale applications, 6 smaller schemes were submitted.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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