Green Bank, Cumbria Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Green Bank, Cumbria.
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About Green Bank
Green Bank is a hamlet located within the civil parish of Broughton East in the Westmorland and Furness Unitary Authority of Cumbria. This area, which includes the village of Field Broughton, had a population of 196 as of the 2011 census. Nestled at the southern edge of the Lake District National Park, Broughton East is believed to derive its name from the presence of a brook or stream, making it a noteworthy location for planning applications in a picturesque setting.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £307,180 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Westmorland and Furness
- Parliamentary constituency: Westmorland and Lonsdale
- LSOA: South Lakeland 013E
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Green Bank.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Green Bank.
- 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 Green Bank based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
1 planning application found near Green Bank.
- - Greenbank Farm, Greenbank Lane, Cartmel, Cumbria, LA11 7ST
Erection of a general purpose agricultural building.
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Lake District | Date: 2025-06-24
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A brief summary of Green Bank in Cumbria
Green Bank is a hamlet located within the civil parish of Broughton East in the Westmorland and Furness Unitary Authority of Cumbria. This area, which includes the village of Field Broughton, had a population of 196 as of the 2011 census. Nestled at the southern edge of the Lake District National Park, Broughton East is believed to derive its name from the presence of a brook or stream, making it a noteworthy location for planning applications in a picturesque setting.
Property prices in Green Bank show an average sale price of £307,180, 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 Green Bank a particularly low-crime area.
Green Bank has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE, Cartmel. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Green Bank includes 4 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Green Bank 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 Green Bank
In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Green Bank. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 40 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Green Bank may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 40 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Green Bank were full planning applications (3), tree works (1), other applications (1). Full planning applications account for 60% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.