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About Firbank

Firbank is a small village and civil parish located in the Westmorland and Furness district of Cumbria, with a population of just 97 residents. Historically significant, Firbank is known for Fox's Pulpit, where George Fox preached in 1652 to a gathering of around 1,000 people, marking an important moment in the Quaker movement. For those researching planning applications in this quaint area, Firbank's low population may suggest limited local development activity, but its historical context could influence future planning considerations. The settlement has a population of approximately 120 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Lakeland district.

Property prices in Firbank show an average sale price of £336,095, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Firbank 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 (May 2026). This makes Firbank a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Firbank has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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

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