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Planning in Holker

Only 4 decisions near Holker in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Holker in the last 24 months, from Westmorland and Furness Council's planning register.

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About Holker

Lower Holker is a civil parish located in the Westmorland and Furness district of Cumbria, encompassing the villages of Cark and Flookburgh, as well as the hamlets of Holker, Ravenstown, and Sand Gate. The area is notable for its historic Holker Hall and had a population of 1,869 according to the 2011 census, up from 1,808 in 2001. This growing community offers various opportunities for planning applications related to residential and commercial development. It sits within the Lower Holker district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Holker 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 Holker a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Holker has 14 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Holker 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 Holker, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Holker.

The most common types were listed building and heritage (3), full planning applications (1), outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Holker?
In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Holker.
What types of planning applications are most common near Holker?
The most common type of planning application near Holker is listed building consent applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Holker?
You can search and track planning applications near Holker on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.