Crosslands, Cumbria Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Crosslands, Cumbria.
Cumbria · England · settlement
About Crosslands
Crosslands is a quaint hamlet situated in the Westmorland and Furness district of Cumbria, England. Nestled just northeast of Rusland, it falls within the civil parish of Colton, making it a noteworthy location for those exploring planning applications in this picturesque area.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £299,850 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Westmorland and Furness
- Parliamentary constituency: Barrow and Furness
- LSOA: South Lakeland 012B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Crosslands.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Crosslands.
- 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 Crosslands based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
1 planning application found near Crosslands.
- - Crosslands Cottage, Rusland, Ulverston, LA12 8JU
Non material amendment to planning permission 7/2023/5661 (2 storey rear extensions, remodelling and replacement of existing septic tank with new treatment plant) - To increase the size of the first f
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Lake District | Date: 2024-05-20
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A brief summary of Crosslands in Cumbria
Crosslands is a quaint hamlet situated in the Westmorland and Furness district of Cumbria, England. Nestled just northeast of Rusland, it falls within the civil parish of Colton, making it a noteworthy location for those exploring planning applications in this picturesque area.
Property prices in Crosslands show an average sale price of £299,850, 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 Crosslands a particularly low-crime area.
Crosslands has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. 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 Crosslands includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Rusland Valley Mosses SSSI, Yewbarrow Woods SSSI; 18 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Yewbarrow Woods; 1 National Parks: LAKE DISTRICT. 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, Crosslands 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 Crosslands
In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Crosslands. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 13 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Crosslands may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 13 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Crosslands were amendments (1).
Nearby Towns
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.