Cargo, Cumbria Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Cargo, Cumbria.
Cumbria · England · settlement
Planning applications in Cargo are administered by Cumberland Council. View the full Cumberland Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Cargo
Cargo is a quaint village located approximately 3.5 miles northwest of Carlisle in Cumbria, nestled along the River Eden on the Solway Plain. The name 'Cargo' derives from a blend of Celtic and Old Norse, meaning "rocky hill." Historically, the village had a population of 262 around 1870, making it a small yet significant community within the region, which may be relevant for those exploring planning applications in this area.
District: Kingmoor
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Area Information
- Admin district: Cumberland
- Parliamentary constituency: Carlisle
- LSOA: Carlisle 004C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Cargo.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Cargo.
- 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 Cargo based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
186 planning applications found near Cargo.
- 26/0318 - 73 Edenside, Cargo, Carlisle, CA6 4AQ
Erection Of Two Storey Side And Rear Extension To Provide Additional Living Accommodation On Grou...
Status: Undecided | Council: Cumberland | Date: 2026-06-12 - - 73 Edenside, Cargo, Carlisle, CA6 4AQ
Erection Of Two Storey Side And Rear Extension To Provide Additional Living Accommodation On Ground Floor With Study/Games Room Above
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Carlisle | Date: 2026-06-09
View full details - - 1 King Garth, Cargo, Carlisle, CA6 4AU
Erection Of Front Porch; Erection Of Two Storey Rear/Side Extension And First Floor Rear Extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Carlisle | Date: 2025-11-19
View full details - - 68 Edenside, Cargo, Carlisle, CA6 4AQ
Erection Of Two Storey Rear Extension To Provide Kitchen/Dining Area On Ground Floor With 1no. EnSuite Bedroom And 1no. Extended Bedroom Above
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Carlisle | Date: 2025-07-30
View full details - - The Hollies, Cargo, Carlisle, CA6 4AW
Proposed Partial Removal Of Internal Wall; Formation Of Utility & WC At Ground Floor Including Installation Of Mechanical Ventilation; Repair To Boundary Wall (LBC)
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Carlisle | Date: 2024-12-06
View full details - - Land West of Middle House, Cargo, Carlisle, CA6 4AW
Change Of Use From Paddock To Domestic Curtilage; Erection Of Detached Annexe
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Carlisle | Date: 2024-11-05
View full details - - Cargo Farm, Cargo, Carlisle, CA6 4AW
Roofing Over Existing Silage Clamp And Yard
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Carlisle | Date: 2024-08-30
View full details - - 58 Edenside, Cargo, Carlisle, CA6 4AQ
Erection Of Single Storey Extension To Front Elevation Of Existing Garage
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Carlisle | Date: 2024-08-28
View full details - - Az Vista, Cargo, Carlisle, CA6 4AW
Erection Of Detached Garage/Workshop (Retrospective)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Carlisle | Date: 2024-03-18
View full details - - Willow End, Cargo, Carlisle, CA6 4AW
Erection Of Single Storey Rear/Side Extension To Provide Kitchen/Diner, Utility Room And Alterations To Existing Garage (Revised Application)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Carlisle | Date: 2024-03-08
View full details - - Land to the south of Cargo Beck House, Cargo, Carlisle CA6 4BB
Request For An EIA Screening Opinion For Proposed Battery Energy Storage Site
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Carlisle | Date: 2023-09-05
View full details - - Land to the south of Cargo Beck House, Cargo, Carlisle CA6 4BB
Development Of Battery Energy Storage Site (BESS) Including Access, Landscaping And Associated Infrastructure
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Carlisle | Date: 2023-08-31
View full details - - 9 Edenside, Cargo, Carlisle, CA6 4AQ
Removal Of 1no. Horse Chestnut & 1no. Sycamore Tree Subject To TPO239
Status: Rejected | Type: Trees | Council: Carlisle | Date: 2023-08-18
View full details - - The Hollies, Cargo, Carlisle, CA6 4AW
Alterations To Window And Door Opening To Rear Elevation; Installation Of Extraction Systems To Side Elevation; Removal Of Internal Wall (LBC)
Status: Rejected | Type: Heritage | Council: Carlisle | Date: 2023-06-08
View full details - - Willow End, Cargo, Carlisle, CA6 4AW
Erection Of Single Storey Rear/Side Extension To Provide Kitchen/Diner, Utility Room And Alterations To Existing Garage.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Carlisle | Date: 2023-04-28
View full details - - L/A West End Farm, Cargo, Carlisle, CA6 4AW
Discharge of Conditions 4 (Landscaping); 5 (Boundary Treatment) & 6 (Surface Water Drainage) Of Previously Approved Permissions 20/0164 And 23/0082
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Carlisle | Date: 2023-03-09
View full details - - L/A West End Farm, Cargo, Carlisle, CA6 4AW
Variation Of Condition 2 (Approved Documents) Of Previously Approved Application 20/0164 (Erection Of 2no. Detached Dwellings) To Amend The Design & Layout
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Carlisle | Date: 2023-01-31
View full details - - 3 Eden Close, Cargo, Carlisle, CA6 4AP
Conversion & Extension To Existing Garage To Create Self Contained Annexe
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Carlisle | Date: 2022-10-03
View full details - - Holly Cottage, Cargo, Carlisle, CA6 4AW
Erection Of Single Storey Rear Extension Along With Widening Of Existing Patio Doors To Provide Open Plan Kitchen And Dining Area; Installation Of New Stud Wall To Create New Utility And Living Area;
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Carlisle | Date: 2022-09-08
View full details - - Holly Cottage, Cargo, Carlisle, CA6 4AW
Erection Of Single Storey Rear Extension Along With Widening Of Existing Patio Doors To Provide Open Plan Kitchen And Dining Area; Installation Of New Stud Wall To Create New Utility And Living Area;
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Carlisle | Date: 2022-09-08
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A brief summary of Cargo in Cumbria
Cargo is a quaint village located approximately 3.5 miles northwest of Carlisle in Cumbria, nestled along the River Eden on the Solway Plain. The name 'Cargo' derives from a blend of Celtic and Old Norse, meaning "rocky hill." Historically, the village had a population of 262 around 1870, making it a small yet significant community within the region, which may be relevant for those exploring planning applications in this area. It sits within the Kingmoor district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Cargo a particularly low-crime area.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Cargo includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Eden and Tributaries SSSI; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Solway Coast; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): River Eden. 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, Cargo 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 Cargo
In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Cargo. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 131 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Cargo may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
With an average of 131 days, decisions near Cargo take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 5-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.
The most common application types near Cargo were full planning applications (5), listed building and heritage (1), other applications (1). Full planning applications account for 63% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 2 were dismissed (33% success rate).
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