Ireby, Cumbria Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Ireby, Cumbria.
Cumbria · England · settlement
About Ireby
Ireby is a quaint village in the Cumberland district of Cumbria, England, with a population of approximately 180 residents. Nestled above the River Ellen and just outside the Lake District National Park, it offers scenic views of the Caldbeck Fells. The village is conveniently located 7 miles from Wigton and 12 miles from both Cockermouth and Keswick, making it a picturesque spot for planning applications in the region.
District: Ireby and Uldale
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £243,453 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Cumberland
- Parliamentary constituency: Penrith and Solway
- LSOA: Allerdale 003E
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Ireby.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Ireby.
- 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 Ireby based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
2 planning applications found near Ireby.
- - Standing Stone Cottage Ireby CA7 1EA
Listed building consent to demolish existing porch and replace with larger porch incorporating a W.C and associated works. Render repairs to East elevation
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Allerdale | Date: 2026-05-01
View full details - - Field Opp Limedale Farm, Ireby, Wigton, CA7 1DS
Erection of livestock barn on site of previous temporary shelter. 11m x 11m (121 m sq) Hardcore base, timber frame with timber (Yorkshire Boarding) cladding. Clear corrugated roof panels on a mono pit
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2023-07-11
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A brief summary of Ireby in Cumbria
Ireby is a quaint village in the Cumberland district of Cumbria, England, with a population of approximately 180 residents. Nestled above the River Ellen and just outside the Lake District National Park, it offers scenic views of the Caldbeck Fells. The village is conveniently located 7 miles from Wigton and 12 miles from both Cockermouth and Keswick, making it a picturesque spot for planning applications in the region. It sits within the Ireby and Uldale district.
Property prices in Ireby show an average sale price of £243,453, 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 Ireby a particularly low-crime area.
Ireby has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. 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 Ireby includes 1 Ancient Woodland site; 1 National Parks: LAKE DISTRICT. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Ireby 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.
Planning Activity in Ireby
In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Ireby.
The most common application types near Ireby were listed building and heritage (1). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.
Nearby Towns
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.