How long do planning decisions take near Carleton (CA22)?

The average planning decision time near Carleton (CA22) is 106 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 Carleton (CA22)?

The planning approval rate near Carleton (CA22) is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Carleton (CA22)?

The most common type of planning application near Carleton (CA22) is amendment applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Carleton (CA22)?

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Carleton (CA22), Cumbria Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Carleton (CA22), Cumbria.

Cumbria · England · settlement

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About Carleton (CA22)

Drigg is a coastal village in the Cumberland district of Cumbria, England, situated along the Irish Sea and adjacent to the Lake District National Park. Notably, it is home to the UK's low-level radioactive waste storage facility, making it a significant location for planning applications related to environmental management and land use in the area.

District: Penrith

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £167,612 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Cumberland
Parliamentary constituency: Whitehaven and Workington
LSOA: Copeland 006D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Carleton (CA22).

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Carleton (CA22).

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 Carleton (CA22) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Carleton (CA22).

- PARK HEAD INN, EGREMONT
PROPOSED CHANGE OF USE FROM FORMER LICENCED PREMISES TO OFFICES
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Copeland | Date: 2025-07-11
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- 19 SCURGILL TERRACE, EGREMONT
SITING A CARAVAN ON THE PROPERTY FOR RESIDENTIAL PURPOSES
Status: Permitted | Council: Copeland | Date: 2025-02-05
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- LAND ADJACENT TO THORNLEA, CARLETON, EGREMONT
VARIATION TO CONDITIONS 2 (PLANS), CONDITION 3 (MATERIALS) AND 4 (DRAINAGE) OF PLANNING APPLICATION 4/21/2563/0R1 RESERVED MATTERS RELATING TO ACCESS, APPEARANCE, LAYOUT SCALE, LANDSCAPING FOLLOWING O
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Copeland | Date: 2023-11-14
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- LAND ADJACENT TO THORNLEA, CARLETON, EGREMONT
APPLICATION FOR THE APPROVAL OF RESERVED MATTERS RELATING TO ACCESS, APPEARANCE, LAYOUT, SCALE AND LANDSCAPING FOLLOWING OUTLINE APPROVAL REFERENCE 4/19/2026/0O1 - OUTLINE APPLICATION FOR ERECTION OF
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Copeland | Date: 2021-12-23
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- LAND ADJACENT TO THORNLEA, CARLETON, EGREMONT
ERECTION OF A SINGLE DWELLING
Status: Withdrawn | Council: Copeland | Date: 2021-08-24
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- EHENDALE, 11 DENT ROAD, THORNHILL
SINGLE STOREY SIDE EXTENSION; CREATION OF ADDITIONAL PEDESTRIAN ACCESS; NEW RAISED DECKING TO FRONT/SIDE OF EXTENSION CREATING STEPPED ACCESS; RECONFIGURATION OF EXTERNAL RETAINING WALLS; NEW PAVING A
Status: Permitted | Council: Copeland | Date: 2021-06-22
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A brief summary of Carleton (CA22) in Cumbria

Property prices in Carleton (CA22) show an average sale price of £167,612, 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 Carleton (CA22) a particularly low-crime area.

Carleton (CA22) has one conservation area within its boundaries: Egremont. 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 Carleton (CA22) includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Florence Mine SSSI. 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 Carleton (CA22)

In the last 24 months, 12 planning applications were submitted near Carleton (CA22). Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 106 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Carleton (CA22) may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

With an average of 106 days, decisions near Carleton (CA22) take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Carleton (CA22) were amendments (3), discharge of conditions (2), outline applications (1).

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