How long do planning decisions take near Cumrew?

The average planning decision time near Cumrew is 25 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 Cumrew?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Cumrew?

The most common type of planning application near Cumrew is tree works applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Cumrew?

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Cumrew, Cumbria Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Cumrew, Cumbria.

Cumbria · England · settlement

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

About Cumrew

Cumrew is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Cumberland district of Cumbria, England, approximately 7 miles south of Brampton and 13 miles east of Carlisle. As of the 2021 census, the parish had a population of 102 residents. Cumrew collaborates with the nearby parish of Carlatton through a shared parish council, making it a community-focused area that may be of interest for planning applications and local developments.

Population: 102 (2021)

District: Carlisle

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £256,189 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Northumberland
Parliamentary constituency: Hexham
LSOA: Northumberland 037E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Cumrew.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Cumrew based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Cumrew.

- Land to the north east of Gateshaw Hill Farm, Cumrew, Heads Nook, CA8 9DG
Erection Of Agricultural Storage Building
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Carlisle | Date: 2019-03-29
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- Field no.9730, adjacent The Old Vicarage, Cumrew, Heads Nook, Brampton
Siting of a field shelter and formation of yard with post and rail fencing and change of use of part of field no.9730 from agricultural to a mixed use for the grazing and keeping of horses/ponies.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Carlisle | Date: 2004-06-04
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A brief summary of Cumrew in Cumbria

Property prices in Cumrew show an average sale price of £256,189, 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 Cumrew a particularly low-crime area.

Cumrew has one conservation area within its boundaries: Cumrew. 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 Cumrew includes 4 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): North Pennines. 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 Cumrew

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Cumrew. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 25 days.

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

The average decision time of 25 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Cumrew were tree works (1), other applications (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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