How long do planning decisions take near Clawthorpe?

The average planning decision time near Clawthorpe is 59 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 Clawthorpe?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Clawthorpe?

The most common type of planning application near Clawthorpe is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Clawthorpe?

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Clawthorpe, Cumbria Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Clawthorpe, Cumbria.

Cumbria · England · settlement

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

About Clawthorpe

Clawthorpe is a hamlet located in the Westmorland and Furness district of Cumbria, England, situated close to the village of Burton-in-Kendal and the town of Kendal. Positioned along the A6070 road, Clawthorpe is near the M6 motorway, although there is no direct access from the motorway to the hamlet, making it a unique consideration for local planning applications.

District: Burton-in-Kendal

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £332,400 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Lancaster
Parliamentary constituency: Morecambe and Lunesdale
LSOA: Lancaster 002D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Clawthorpe.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Clawthorpe.

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 Clawthorpe based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Clawthorpe in Cumbria

Property prices in Clawthorpe show an average sale price of £332,400, 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 Clawthorpe a particularly low-crime area.

Clawthorpe has one conservation area within its boundaries: Burton. 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 Clawthorpe includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Farleton Knott SSSI, Hutton Roof Crags SSSI; 6 Ancient Woodland sites; 4 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Morecambe Bay Pavements. 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 Clawthorpe

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Clawthorpe. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 days.

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

At 59 days on average, decisions near Clawthorpe slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Clawthorpe were full planning applications (3), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 75% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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