Highlaws, Cumbria Planning Applications
Track every planning application and planning permission decision near Highlaws, Cumbria. Browse by postcode, view live status and get free email alerts for new developments.
Planning data sourced from Cumbria council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months
Extension of existing agricultural building
Demolition of existing storage. Single storey side extension to farmhouse to provide family room and rebuild of porch and sheltered area to the rear
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About Highlaws - Planning Applications & Local Development
Highlaws is a quaint hamlet located within the civil parish of Holme Abbey in Cumbria, England. Positioned roughly 2.25 miles south-west of Abbeytown and 1.5 miles east of Pelutho, it offers proximity to several other settlements, including Mawbray to the south-west and Blitterlees to the north-west. With Carlisle, the county town of Cumbria, just 20 miles to the north-east, Highlaws presents a rural setting that may be of interest for planning applications and developments in the area. It sits within the Holme St Cuthbert district.
Property prices in Highlaws show an average sale price of £205,290, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Highlaws 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 Highlaws a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Highlaws 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.
To comment on or object to a planning application near Highlaws, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.