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Planning in Grange-Over-Sands

Approved
93%
40 of 42 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Grange-Over-Sands

Grange-over-Sands is a charming town and civil parish located on the northern shore of Morecambe Bay in Cumbria, just a few miles south of the Lake District National Park. With a population that grew from 4,114 in 2011 to 4,279 in 2021, the town has transitioned from being part of Lancashire to being administered by the Westmorland and Furness Council since 2023, maintaining its connection to the Duchy of Lancaster. This evolving governance may impact local planning applications and development opportunities in the area.

Property prices in Grange-Over-Sands 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 Grange-Over-Sands 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 Grange-Over-Sands a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Grange-Over-Sands has 19 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Grange-Over-Sands 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 Grange-Over-Sands, 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, 74 planning applications were submitted near Grange-Over-Sands. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 days.

The most common types were tree works (23), full planning applications (13), discharge of conditions (5).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Grange-Over-Sands?
In the last 24 months, 74 planning applications were submitted near Grange-Over-Sands. The approval rate is 93%.
How long do planning decisions take near Grange-Over-Sands?
The average planning decision time near Grange-Over-Sands is 59 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 Grange-Over-Sands?
The planning approval rate near Grange-Over-Sands is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Grange-Over-Sands?
The most common type of planning application near Grange-Over-Sands is tree works applications, with 23 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Grange-Over-Sands?
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