How long do planning decisions take near Hale?

The average planning decision time near Hale is 65 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 Hale?

The planning approval rate near Hale is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Hale?

The most common type of planning application near Hale is outline applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Hale?

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Hale, Cumbria Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hale, Cumbria.

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About Hale

Hale is a quaint hamlet located near Beetham in southern Cumbria, England. Positioned along the A6 road, it serves as a connecting point between Carnforth to the south and Milnthorpe to the north. The hamlet falls within the civil parish of Beetham, within the Westmorland and Furness local government district, making it relevant for those exploring planning applications in the area.

District: Beetham

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £327,930 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Westmorland and Furness
Parliamentary constituency: Westmorland and Lonsdale
LSOA: South Lakeland 010C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Hale.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Hale.

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 Hale based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Hale.

- White Cottage Hale MILNTHORPE LA7 7BL
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for the proposed replacement of an existing septic tank with a new sewage treatment plant in the same position
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2026-03-04
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- Fellside Cottage Hale MILNTHORPE LA7 7BL
Lawful Development Certificate for proposed inset solar panels to be located on roof
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2024-07-11
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A brief summary of Hale in Cumbria

Property prices in Hale show an average sale price of £327,930, 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 Hale a particularly low-crime area.

Hale has one conservation area within its boundaries: Beetham. 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 Hale includes 4 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Thrang End and Yealand Hall Allotment SSSI, Hale Moss Caves SSSI, Marble Quarry and Hale Fell SSSI and 1 more; 6 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Arnside & Silverdale; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Morecambe Bay Pavements. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Hale

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Hale. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 65 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Hale may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

At 65 days on average, decisions near Hale slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Hale were outline applications (2), full planning applications (1).

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 2 smaller schemes were submitted.

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