How long do planning decisions take near Bampton?

The average planning decision time near Bampton is 42 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 Bampton?

The planning approval rate near Bampton is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Bampton?

The most common type of planning application near Bampton is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Bampton?

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Bampton, Cumbria Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bampton, Cumbria.

Cumbria · England · settlement

Planning applications in Bampton are administered by Cumberland Council. View the full Cumberland Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Bampton

Bampton is a charming village and civil parish located in the Westmorland and Furness unitary authority area of Cumbria, England, adjacent to the Lake District National Park. Historically part of Westmorland, the parish encompasses Bampton, Bampton Grange, Butterwick, and Bomby, with a combined population of 373 as of the 2011 census. This quaint area offers unique planning opportunities amidst stunning natural landscapes, making it an attractive consideration for prospective developments.

Population: 283 (2021)

District: Eden

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £454,930 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Westmorland and Furness
Parliamentary constituency: Penrith and Solway
LSOA: Eden 001B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Bampton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Bampton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Bampton.

- The Mill, Bampton, Penrith, CA10 2RQ
Fell 1 x Alder tree leaving a stump - 5 day notice
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Lake District | Date: 2026-03-16
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- Unnamed tributary of the Lowther and River Lowther, Bampton
Increase the wetting frequency of the floodplain, modification/blocking of existing ditches and underground drains across agricultural land
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Lake District | Date: 2025-11-21
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- Baxterfield Cottage, Bampton, Penrith, CA10 2RQ
Larch tree (listed as T1 in notification) - Prune back long lateral branches to rebalance crown. Cherry tree (listed as T2 in notification) - Fell to ground level. Birch tree (listed as T3 in notifica
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Lake District | Date: 2024-02-28
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- Bampton Hall, Bampton, Penrith, CA10 2RQ
Fell 1 cherry tree (1), 5 birch (2, 3, 4, 5, 6) and 2 ash trees (7, 8). Sycamore trees (9,10,11) have lower branches overhanging neighbouring Stable Block and Stone Barn and require minor lower limb p
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Lake District | Date: 2022-11-22
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- Bampton Hall, Bampton, Penrith, CA10 2RQ
Conversion of garage to form an annexe to main dwelling and change of use of land to form garden following the withdrawal of planning application 7/2020/3150
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2021-02-19
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- Bampton Hall, Bampton, Penrith, CA10 2RQ
Conversion of a former workshop to holiday let accommodation and change of use of land to form garden
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2020-12-07
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A brief summary of Bampton in Cumbria

Property prices in Bampton show an average sale price of £454,930, 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 Bampton a particularly low-crime area.

Bampton has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. 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 Bampton includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Butterwick Meadows SSSI, River Eden and Tributaries SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): River Eden; 1 National Parks: LAKE DISTRICT. 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 Bampton

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Bampton. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 42 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 Bampton.

The average decision time of 42 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Bampton were full planning applications (3), listed building and heritage (2), other applications (2). Full planning applications account for 38% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 6 smaller schemes were submitted.

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