Glassonby, Cumbria Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Glassonby, Cumbria.
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Planning applications in Glassonby are administered by Cumberland Council. View the full Cumberland Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Glassonby
Glassonby is a quaint village and civil parish located in the picturesque Eden Valley within the Westmorland and Furness district of Cumbria, England. Situated approximately 3 miles south-southeast of Kirkoswald, the parish had a population of 339 as recorded in the 2021 census, making it a small but vibrant community, ideal for those considering planning applications in a tranquil rural setting.
Population: 339 (2021)
District: Eden
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £325,145 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Westmorland and Furness
- Parliamentary constituency: Westmorland and Lonsdale
- LSOA: Eden 005A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Glassonby.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Glassonby.
- 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 Glassonby based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
22 planning applications found near Glassonby.
- - Former Glassonby Village Hall Site Glassonby PENRITH CA10 1DU
Erection of a timber frame open fronted building meeting place and information hub for village residents and the public.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2025-03-10
View full details - - Hall Cottage Glassonby Penrith CA10 1DU
Non Material Amendment to reduce the sizes of the windows on the south elevation of the extension, attached to approval 23/0253.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2024-07-24
View full details - - GLASSONBY VILLAGE HALL, GLASSONBY, PENRITH, CA10 1DS
Prior Notification for the demolition of Glassonby Village Hall.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2022-08-17
View full details - - HALL COTTAGE, GLASSONBY, PENRITH, CA10 1DU
Replacement extension to rear, replacement porch and front extension.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2021-03-03
View full details - - HALL COTTAGE, GLASSONBY, PENRITH, CA10 1DU
Demolition of existing stone and timber buildings within the front garden and erect a single storey building with link to the main dwellinghouse, replacement of existing glazing/wall and roof to the r
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2020-10-28
View full details - - TOWN END FARM, GLASSONBY, PENRITH, CA10 1DU
Creation of roof over existing silage pit.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2019-06-28
View full details - - TOWN END FARM, GLASSONBY, PENRITH, CA10 1DU
Implement Store.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2019-02-05
View full details - - MEADOW BANK, GLASSONBY, PENRITH, CA10 1DU
Proposed change of use of ancillary timber lodge games room to holiday accommodation.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2017-08-30
View full details - - METHODIST CHURCH, GLASSONBY, PENRITH, CA10 1DU
Conversion of a redundant chapel to a 2 bed dwelling.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2017-06-09
View full details - - BROOKSIDE, GLASSONBY, PENRITH, CA10 1DU
Erection of first floor rear extension and alterations to existing rear ground floor extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2017-05-04
View full details - - DIAL HOUSE, GLASSONBY, PENRITH, CA10 1DU
Change of use of agricultural barn to holiday accommodation.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2017-02-02
View full details - - ROSE BANK, GLASSONBY, PENRITH, CA10 1DU
Extension to dwelling.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2014-01-20
View full details - - WHITE HOUSE, GLASSONBY, PENRITH, CA10 1DU
Outline application for 1 no. dwelling.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Outline | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2012-01-19
View full details - - GLASSONBY METHODIST CHAPEL, GLASSONBY, PENRITH, CA10 1DU
Conversion of a redundant chapel to a dwelling.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2011-11-11
View full details - - ST MICHAEL AND ALL ANGELS CHURCH, ADDINGHAM, THE CHURCH, GLASSONBY, PENRITH, CA10 1DU
Change of use from agricultural land to churchyard with removal and rebuild of wall.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2011-01-18
View full details - - ROSE BANK, GLASSONBY, PENRITH, CA10 1DU
Non-material amendment to planning approval 09/0806, comprising of removal of balconies, removal of flat roof between dormers, reduction in size of dormers, additional roof lights and two additional w
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2010-03-11
View full details - - ROSE BANK, GLASSONBY, PENRITH, CA10 1DU
Internal and external alterations including raising the roof height and utilising the roof space with balconies to the rear elevation.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2009-10-06
View full details - - OLD HALL, GLASSONBY, PENRITH, CA10 1DU
Reinstatement of The Old Hall, Glassonby, conversion of adjoining barn to ancillary accommodation; and erection of double garage.
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2008-04-28
View full details - - OLD HALL, GLASSONBY, PENRITH, CA10 1DU
Reinstatement of The Old Hall, Glassonby, conversion of adjoining barn to ancillary accommodation; and erection of double garage.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2008-04-28
View full details - - BARNS TO THE REAR OF OLD HALL, GLASSONBY, PENRITH, CA10 1DU
Proposed conversion of barns to form two holiday letting units
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2008-01-09
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A brief summary of Glassonby in Cumbria
Glassonby is a quaint village and civil parish located in the picturesque Eden Valley within the Westmorland and Furness district of Cumbria, England. Situated approximately 3 miles south-southeast of Kirkoswald, the parish had a population of 339 as recorded in the 2021 census, making it a small but vibrant community, ideal for those considering planning applications in a tranquil rural setting. The settlement has a population of approximately 339 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Eden district.
Property prices in Glassonby show an average sale price of £325,145, 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 Glassonby a particularly low-crime area.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Glassonby includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Eden and Tributaries SSSI; 3 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): River Eden. 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, Glassonby 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 Glassonby
In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Glassonby. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Glassonby may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 45 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Glassonby were full planning applications (3), outline applications (1), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 60% 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, 4 smaller schemes were submitted.
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