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Planning in Colby

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About Colby

Colby is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Westmorland and Furness district of Cumbria, England. Situated near Bolton to the north and east of Appleby-in-Westmorland, Colby had a population of 120 at the 2001 census, which grew to 129 by the 2011 census. This small community may present specific opportunities and considerations for planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 126 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Westmorland and Furness district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Colby area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Colby a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Colby has 7 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Colby 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Colby, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.