Hackthorpe, Cumbria Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Hackthorpe, Cumbria.
Cumbria · England · settlement
Planning applications in Hackthorpe are administered by Cumberland Council. View the full Cumberland Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Hackthorpe
Hackthorpe is a quaint hamlet located in Westmorland and Furness, Cumbria, England. With a historical population of around 110 residents noted in the Imperial Gazetteer of England and Wales circa 1870, it offers a unique rural character that may impact planning applications and local development considerations in the area.
District: Lowther
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £234,130 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Westmorland and Furness
- Parliamentary constituency: Westmorland and Lonsdale
- LSOA: Eden 006G
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Hackthorpe.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Hackthorpe.
- 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 Hackthorpe based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
4 planning applications found near Hackthorpe.
- - Town End Farm Hackthorpe Penrith CA10 2HX
Prior Notification under Schedule 2, Part 11, Class B for demolition of a horsewalker.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2026-02-17
View full details - - Town End Farm Hackthorpe PENRITH CA10 2HX
Change of use of agricultural land and buildings to an equine stud farm.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2025-07-21
View full details - - Autumn House Hackthorpe Penrith CA10 2HX
Proposed rear single storey extension.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2024-12-13
View full details - - Land at Town End Farm Hackthorpe Penrith CA10 2HX
Erection of 4no dwellings and conversion of a barn to create 2no dwellings, including associated operations.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2024-08-07
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A brief summary of Hackthorpe in Cumbria
Hackthorpe is a quaint hamlet located in Westmorland and Furness, Cumbria, England. With a historical population of around 110 residents noted in the Imperial Gazetteer of England and Wales circa 1870, it offers a unique rural character that may impact planning applications and local development considerations in the area. It sits within the Lowther district.
Property prices in Hackthorpe show an average sale price of £234,130, 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 Hackthorpe a particularly low-crime area.
Hackthorpe has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Hackthorpe includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Eden and Tributaries SSSI; 7 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): River Eden; 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, Hackthorpe 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 Hackthorpe
In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Hackthorpe. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 81 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Hackthorpe may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision period of 81 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Hackthorpe were full planning applications (4), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 80% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 2 large-scale (major) developments, 1 medium-scale application, 2 smaller schemes were submitted.
Nearby Towns
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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.