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Planning in Ireleth

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

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

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About Ireleth

Ireleth, part of the civil parish of Askam and Ireleth in Cumbria, is situated near Barrow-in-Furness. This area, historically part of Lancashire, comprises two coastal villages that have merged into a single settlement over time. The parish had a population of 3,632 in 2001, which decreased to 3,462 by the 2011 census, making it a noteworthy location for planning applications and community development.

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

The area around Ireleth has 8 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Ireleth 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 Ireleth, 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, 25 planning applications were submitted near Ireleth.

The most common types were listed building and heritage (4), outline applications (3), tree works (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Ireleth?
In the last 24 months, 25 planning applications were submitted near Ireleth.
What types of planning applications are most common near Ireleth?
The most common type of planning application near Ireleth is listed building consent applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Ireleth?
You can search and track planning applications near Ireleth on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.