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Planning in Hunsonby

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

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

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About Hunsonby

Hunsonby is a quaint village and civil parish in the Westmorland and Furness district of Cumbria, situated 7 miles northeast of Penrith and 28 miles southeast of Carlisle. The area is notable for the ancient stone circle of Long Meg and Her Daughters, making it a point of interest for both residents and visitors. As of the 2011 Census, Hunsonby had a population of 388, reflecting its small but vibrant community. The settlement has a population of approximately 461 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Eden district.

Property prices in Hunsonby show an average sale price of £325,145, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Hunsonby 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 Hunsonby a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Hunsonby has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Hunsonby 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Hunsonby, 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, 5 planning applications were submitted near Hunsonby.

The most common types were full planning applications (2), outline applications (2), tree works (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Hunsonby?
In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Hunsonby.
What types of planning applications are most common near Hunsonby?
The most common type of planning application near Hunsonby is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Hunsonby?
You can search and track planning applications near Hunsonby on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.