How long do planning decisions take near Embleton?

The average planning decision time near Embleton is 80 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What types of planning applications are most common near Embleton?

The most common type of planning application near Embleton is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Embleton, Cumbria Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Embleton, Cumbria.

Cumbria · England · settlement

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

About Embleton

Embleton is a quaint village and civil parish in the Cumberland district of Cumbria, situated east of Cockermouth along the A66 road. Nestled within the Lake District National Park, it offers a picturesque setting that may influence planning applications related to conservation and development in the area.

Population: 278 (2021)

District: Allerdale

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £264,011 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Cumberland
Parliamentary constituency: Penrith and Solway
LSOA: Allerdale 007E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Embleton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Embleton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Embleton.

- Caterite Car Park, Embleton, Cockermouth, CA13 9YA
Extension to existing staff carpark (resubmission including full details for BNG scheme and lighting)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2026-04-07
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- Low Netherscales, Wythop Mill, Embleton, Cumbria, CA13 9YP
Install solar pv to rear slope (south facing) of traditional barn
Status: Undecided | Council: Lake District | Date: 2026-03-19
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- Caterite Car Park, Embleton, Cockermouth, CA13 9YA
Extension to existing staff carpark
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2025-09-27
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- 1-4, Howe End Cottages, Embleton, Cockermouth, CA13 9XX
Replacement of existing septic tank serving 1-4 Howe End Cottages with a package treatment plant
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2024-04-05
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A brief summary of Embleton in Cumbria

Property prices in Embleton show an average sale price of £264,011, 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 Embleton a particularly low-crime area.

Embleton 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 Embleton includes 3 Ancient Woodland sites; 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.

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Planning Activity in Embleton

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Embleton. The average decision time was 80 days.

The average decision period of 80 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Embleton were full planning applications (2). Full planning applications account for 67% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 2 smaller schemes were submitted.

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