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Planning in Flookburgh

Approved
92%
12 of 12 decided
Decision time
about 18 weeks
on average

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

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About Flookburgh

Flookburgh is an ancient village located on the Cartmel Peninsula in Cumbria, England, historically part of Lancashire and near Morecambe Bay. The village has a strong fishing heritage, particularly in cockle and shrimp fishing, which significantly influences local culture. Additionally, Flookburgh is home to the Lakeland Leisure Park, a Haven Holidays site, making it a notable destination for visitors and potentially impacting local planning applications. It sits within the Lower Holker district.

Property prices in Flookburgh show an average sale price of £327,764, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Flookburgh 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 Flookburgh a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Flookburgh has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Flookburgh 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 Flookburgh, 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, 16 planning applications were submitted near Flookburgh. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 124 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (8), outline applications (3), listed building and heritage (3). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Flookburgh?
In the last 24 months, 16 planning applications were submitted near Flookburgh. The approval rate is 92%.
How long do planning decisions take near Flookburgh?
The average planning decision time near Flookburgh is 124 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 Flookburgh?
The planning approval rate near Flookburgh is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Flookburgh?
The most common type of planning application near Flookburgh is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Flookburgh?
You can search and track planning applications near Flookburgh on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.