How long do planning decisions take near Beetham?

The average planning decision time near Beetham is 44 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 Beetham?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Beetham?

The most common type of planning application near Beetham is tree works applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Beetham, Cumbria Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Beetham, Cumbria.

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About Beetham

Beetham is a picturesque village and civil parish located in Westmorland and Furness, Cumbria, just 6 miles north of Carnforth and bordering Lancashire. Nestled within the Arnside and Silverdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Beetham had a population of 1,724 in the 2001 census, which grew to 1,784 by 2011. This charming village is ideal for those researching planning applications in a scenic and community-oriented environment.

Population: 1,763 (2021)

District: South Lakeland

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £323,350 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Westmorland and Furness
Parliamentary constituency: Morecambe and Lunesdale
LSOA: South Lakeland 011C

Crime Statistics

2 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

burglary: 1
public-order: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Beetham.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Beetham based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

14 planning applications found near Beetham.

- Long Orchard Beetham MILNTHORPE LA7 7AL
T1) Oak- Fell - Self seeded and growing on boundary and affecting neighbouring garden
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2026-03-31
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- Beetham Nurseries Beetham Beetham MILNTHORPE LA7 7AP
Proposed refurbishment of the existing sales building including extensions to accommodate new public entrance, exit and additional office administration space and alterations to the existing car parki
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2026-03-16
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- Orchard Cottage 40 Leighton Beck Road Slack Head MILNTHORPE LA7 7AX
T1) Lawson Cypress, Fell. Poor form supressed by surrounding trees, Bark inclusion and liable to failure.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2026-02-10
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- Brocco Bank Beetham MILNTHORPE LA7 7AL
T1-Sycamore - Re-pollard. T2-Birch - remove left side leader growing over neighbouring property
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2026-01-26
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- 10 Parsonage Fold MILNTHORPE LA7 7RJ
T1) Blue Cedar - Fell - In decline with Sirococcus blight
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2026-01-26
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- Whinscar Cottage 30 Leighton Beck Road Slack Head MILNTHORPE LA7 7AX
T1 - Beech - Fell - Multiple bark inclusions circa 1.5m above ground level, evidence of movement at the inclusion upon site visit (audible noise from inclusion signifying sideways movement in windy co
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2026-01-21
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- The Joiners Shop 1 Leighton Beck Road Slack Head MILNTHORPE LA7 7AX
Approval of Details Reserved by Condition 5a (contamination) attached to planning permission 2024/2210/FPA
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2026-01-21
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- 9 Parsonage Fold Milnthorpe LA7 7RJ
Replacement timber garden store.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2025-12-19
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- Yew Trees Beetham MILNTHORPE LA7 7AL
Listed Building Consent for a 3m-wide gated entrance is proposed to the rear of Yewtrees, providing access to a 7m-long stone-surfaced drive, widening to approximately 6m and incorporating a vehicle c
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2025-12-03
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- Yew Trees Beetham MILNTHORPE LA7 7AL
A 3m-wide gated entrance is proposed to the rear of Yewtrees, providing access to a 7m-long stone-surfaced drive, widening to approximately 6m and incorporating a vehicle charging point. The gateway w
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2025-12-03
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- Orchard Cottage 40 Leighton Beck Road Slack Head CARNFORTH LA7 7AX
T1-Cedar Deodar-Fell-Close to property and out-grown it's location.Blocking light and the needles have caused the roof valley to block which has caused damage to the internals of the property. T2-Buth
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2025-10-15
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- Cadent Gas Mill Lane (off Leighton Beck Road) Beetham MILNTHORPE LA7 7AP
Uplift the beech trees to provide a 2m clearance away from and over the kiosk, or as much as can be achieved.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2024-11-11
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- Farleton View 3 Leighton Beck Road Slack Head MILNTHORPE LA7 7AX
Change of use of domestic single storey outbuilding to holiday let accommodation.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2024-02-28
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- Beetham C Of E School, Stanley Street, Beetham, MILNTHORPE, LA7 7AS
T8- Sycamore- Fell. T25- Sycamore- Fell. T27- Horse Chestnut- Fell.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2023-11-13
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A brief summary of Beetham in Cumbria

Property prices in Beetham show an average sale price of £323,350, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

Neighbourhood safety in Beetham is generally good, with just 2 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Beetham has one conservation area within its boundaries: Beetham. 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 Beetham includes 3 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Hale Moss Caves SSSI, Marble Quarry and Hale Fell SSSI, Underlaid Wood SSSI; 15 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Arnside & Silverdale; 2 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Morecambe Bay Pavements. 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 Beetham

In the last 24 months, 18 planning applications were submitted near Beetham. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 44 days.

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

The average decision time of 44 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Beetham were tree works (9), full planning applications (4), outline applications (3). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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