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Planning in Blagill

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About Blagill

Alston Moor, situated in the Westmorland and Furness district of Cumbria, encompasses the town of Alston and includes the villages of Garrigill and Nenthead, along with several hamlets such as Blagill. Nestled in the North Pennines, the area boasts an altitude of over 1,000 feet and is part of the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, one of the largest in England and Wales. With a population of 2,088 recorded in the 2011 census, Alston Moor presents a unique blend of natural beauty and community, making it a noteworthy consideration for planning applications in the region. It sits within the Alston Moor district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Blagill area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Blagill a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Blagill has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Blagill planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Blagill, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.