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Planning in Croftlands

Approved
98%
42 of 42 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Croftlands in the last 24 months, from Westmorland and Furness Council's planning register.

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About Croftlands

Croftlands is a settlement located in Cumbria, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Croftlands 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 Croftlands a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Croftlands has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Croftlands 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 Croftlands, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 47 planning applications were submitted near Croftlands. Of these, 98% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (21), outline applications (8), discharge of conditions (6). 3 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Croftlands?
In the last 24 months, 47 planning applications were submitted near Croftlands. The approval rate is 98%.
How long do planning decisions take near Croftlands?
The average planning decision time near Croftlands is 57 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 Croftlands?
The planning approval rate near Croftlands is 98%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Croftlands?
The most common type of planning application near Croftlands is full planning applications, with 21 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Croftlands?
You can search and track planning applications near Croftlands on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.