How long do planning decisions take near Burgh by Sands?

The average planning decision time near Burgh by Sands is 47 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 Burgh by Sands?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Burgh by Sands?

The most common type of planning application near Burgh by Sands is tree works applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Burgh by Sands?

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Burgh by Sands, Cumbria Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Burgh by Sands, Cumbria.

Cumbria · England · settlement

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

About Burgh by Sands

Burgh by Sands is a village and civil parish located in the Cumberland unitary authority area of Cumbria, England, near the Solway Firth. The parish encompasses several settlements, including Longburgh, Dykesfield, Boustead Hill, Moorhouse, and Thurstonfield. Rich in history, it features the site of the first recorded North African military unit in Roman Britain and is notable for being the location where Edward I of England passed away in 1307, making it a significant area for planning applications related to heritage and development.

Population: 1,244 (2021)

District: Carlisle

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £220,699 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Cumberland
Parliamentary constituency: Penrith and Solway
LSOA: Allerdale 002C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Burgh by Sands.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Burgh by Sands.

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 Burgh by Sands based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Burgh by Sands.

- Garth House, Burgh by Sands, Carlisle, CA5 6AW
Removal Of 3no. Birch Trees (G1); Crown Reduction And Removal of 1no. Limb To 1no. Beech Tree (T2); Crown Reduction And Crown Raise To 1no. Beech Tree (T3); Coppicing Of Willows (G4) In Burgh by Sands
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Carlisle | Date: 2026-02-18
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- Midcroft, Burgh by Sands, Carlisle, CA5 6AX
Removal Of 1no. Conifer Tree In Burgh by Sands Conservation Area
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Carlisle | Date: 2023-07-20
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A brief summary of Burgh by Sands in Cumbria

Property prices in Burgh by Sands show an average sale price of £220,699, 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 Burgh by Sands a particularly low-crime area.

Burgh by Sands has one conservation area within its boundaries: Burgh by 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 Burgh by Sands includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Upper Solway Flats & Marshes SSSI; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Solway Coast; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Solway Firth; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Solway Firth; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Upper Solway Flats & Marshes. 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 Burgh by Sands

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Burgh by Sands. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 47 days.

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

The average decision time of 47 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Burgh by Sands were tree works (6), full planning applications (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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