How long do planning decisions take near Harker Marsh?

The average planning decision time near Harker Marsh is 56 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 Harker Marsh?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Harker Marsh?

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

How can I track planning applications near Harker Marsh?

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Harker Marsh, Cumbria Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Harker Marsh, Cumbria.

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Planning applications in Harker Marsh are administered by Cumberland Council. View the full Cumberland Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Harker Marsh

Broughton Moor is a village and civil parish located in Cumbria, England, positioned approximately 2 miles north of Broughton and 5 miles northwest of Cockermouth. This accessible area is also just 2.5 miles south of Maryport and 4.5 miles north of Workington, making it a noteworthy consideration for planning applications in the region.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £182,375 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Cumberland
Parliamentary constituency: Penrith and Solway
LSOA: Allerdale 004E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Harker Marsh.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Harker Marsh based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Harker Marsh in Cumbria

Property prices in Harker Marsh show an average sale price of £182,375, 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 Harker Marsh a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Harker Marsh

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Harker Marsh. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

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

The average decision time of 56 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Harker Marsh were full planning applications (2). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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