Broughton in Furness, Cumbria Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Broughton in Furness, Cumbria.
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Planning applications in Broughton in Furness are administered by Westmorland And Furness Council. View the full Westmorland And Furness Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Broughton in Furness
Broughton in Furness is a market town situated in the civil parish of Broughton West within the Westmorland and Furness district of Cumbria, England. With a population of 529 recorded in the 2011 Census, the town lies on the southwestern edge of England's Lake District National Park and is part of the historically rich Furness region, once part of Lancashire. This unique location makes Broughton a focal point for planning applications in the area, particularly for developments that seek to balance growth with the preservation of the surrounding natural landscape.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £360,765 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Westmorland and Furness
- Parliamentary constituency: Barrow and Furness
- LSOA: South Lakeland 008A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Broughton in Furness.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Broughton in Furness.
- 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 Broughton in Furness based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
3 planning applications found near Broughton in Furness.
- - 8, Broom Close, Broughton-In-Furness, LA20 6JG
Single (1) Large TPO Sycamore tree in from garden - reduce trees overall height and width whilst maintaining overall aesthetic - crown reduction of 2-3m
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Lake District | Date: 2026-07-03
View full details - - The Post Office, 11 Princes Street, Broughton in Furness, Cumbria, LA20 6HQ
Alterations to the front of the building and a small wooden balcony to the rear
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2025-09-05
View full details - - The Square, Broughton in Furness, LA20 6JF
T1 - Horse Chestnut. The tree is infected with Phytophthora. However, to prolong the life of the tree, we would like to crown clean the tree removing all dead wood from the canopy, along with an all r
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Lake District | Date: 2025-08-13
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A brief summary of Broughton in Furness in Cumbria
Broughton in Furness is a market town situated in the civil parish of Broughton West within the Westmorland and Furness district of Cumbria, England. With a population of 529 recorded in the 2011 Census, the town lies on the southwestern edge of England's Lake District National Park and is part of the historically rich Furness region, once part of Lancashire. This unique location makes Broughton a focal point for planning applications in the area, particularly for developments that seek to balance growth with the preservation of the surrounding natural landscape.
Property prices in Broughton in Furness show an average sale price of £360,765, 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 Broughton in Furness a particularly low-crime area.
Broughton in Furness 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 Broughton in Furness includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Duddon Mosses SSSI, Duddon Estuary SSSI; 2 Ancient Woodland sites; 2 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Morecambe Bay, Duddon Mosses; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Morecambe Bay and Duddon Estuary; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Duddon Estuary; 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Broughton in Furness 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.
Planning Activity in Broughton in Furness
In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Broughton in Furness. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Broughton in Furness may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 49 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Broughton in Furness were full planning applications (2), tree works (2), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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