Kirkoswald, Cumbria Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Kirkoswald, Cumbria.
Cumbria · England · settlement
About Kirkoswald
Kirkoswald is a village and civil parish in Westmorland and Furness, England, situated approximately 9 miles from Penrith. Once a market town in the historic county of Cumberland, it had a population of 870 in 2001, increasing to 901 by the 2011 Census. This quaint village, often referred to as "KO," offers a unique blend of historical charm and community spirit, making it a notable area for planning applications and local developments.
Population: 912 (2021)
District: Eden
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £234,130 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Westmorland and Furness
- Parliamentary constituency: Westmorland and Lonsdale
- LSOA: Eden 006G
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Kirkoswald.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Kirkoswald.
- 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 Kirkoswald based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
138 planning applications found near Kirkoswald.
- - 4 Little Sandhill Kirkoswald Penrith CA10 1EL
Installation of an electric vehicle chargepoint on the South West elevation of the dwelling, as part of Westmorland and Furness Council’s EV Pavement Channel Trial.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2026-03-20
View full details - - Old Coach House Kirkoswald PENRITH CA10 1DQ
S211 Notification; Conservation tree works - Fell Spruce
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2025-09-25
View full details - - The Vicarage Kirkoswald PENRITH CA10 1DQ
S211 notification for works to trees in a conservation area; 2np Spruce trees which require a reduction of 3.5 metres to prevent wind damage from occurring. Birch tree which requires a 4 metre reducti
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2025-09-04
View full details - - Eden Bank Kirkoswald Penrith CA10 1EE
Relocate previously damaged sandstone wall to widen existing access.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2025-06-27
View full details - - Kirkoswald Community Shop Bridge Stores Kirkoswald Penrith CA10 1DQ
Listed Building Consent for the addition of a grab handle either side of the entrance door.
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2025-06-23
View full details - - Eden Bank Kirkoswald Penrith CA10 1EE
Listed Building Consent to relocate previously damaged sandstone wall to widen existing access and associated repairs.
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2025-06-09
View full details - - Kirkoswald Community Shop Ravenbridge Stores Kirkoswald Penrith CA10 1DQ
Listed Building Consent for the installation of a fan and associated ducting and external wall vent.
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2025-03-07
View full details - - The Vicarage Kirkoswald Penrith CA10 1DQ
Installation of inlaid solar PV panels to roof.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2025-01-15
View full details - - The Bobbin Mill Kirkoswald PENRITH CA10 1DQ
T1 - Evergreen - fell. T2 - Silver Birch - Height reduction by 30%.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2024-11-14
View full details - - Eden Bank Kirkoswald PENRITH CA10 1EE
Listed Building Consent to enable the conversion of existing garage to form part of extended kitchen space including removal of wall between. Reconfiguration of existing first floor bathroom to form e
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2024-10-10
View full details - - Eden Bank Kirkoswald PENRITH CA10 1EE
Conversion of existing garage to form part of extended kitchen space including removal of wall between. Reconfiguration of existing first floor bathroom to form en-suite and additional living space wi
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2024-10-10
View full details - - 3 The Square Kirkoswald PENRITH CA10 1DF
Addition of solar panels to the south facing rear roof elevation.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2024-08-27
View full details - - 3 The Square Kirkoswald PENRITH CA10 1DF
Listed Building Consent for the addition of solar panels to the south facing rear roof elevation.
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2024-08-27
View full details - - High College Kirkoswald Penrith CA10 1DQ
Crown lift Copper Beech tree to reduce shade when in full leaf.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2024-04-02
View full details - - 3 The Square Kirkoswald PENRITH CA10 1DF
Listed Building Consent for alterations to the lower ground floor including installation of bathroom and new rear door opening.
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2024-02-14
View full details - - Smithy Cottage Kirkoswald Penrith CA10 1DQ
Removal of condition 3 (obscure glazing), attached to approval 11/0687.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2024-02-01
View full details - - Old Coach House Kirkoswald PENRITH CA10 1DQ
Installation of ground mounted solar array.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2024-01-31
View full details - - 4 The Square Kirkoswald Penrith CA10 1DF
Listed Building Consent for the retrospective replacement of roof covering, replacement doors, rebuild and render chimney, and internal alterations.
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2023-12-15
View full details - - FETHERSTON ARMS, KIRKOSWALD, PENRITH, CA10 1DQ
Reduce 1no Poplar by 0.5m and 1no Poplar by 2m.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2023-07-28
View full details - - HIGH COLLEGE, KIRKOSWALD, PENRITH, CA10 1DQ
Listed Building Consent for addition of solar panels to roof and associated works.
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2023-07-10
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A brief summary of Kirkoswald in Cumbria
Kirkoswald is a village and civil parish in Westmorland and Furness, England, situated approximately 9 miles from Penrith. Once a market town in the historic county of Cumberland, it had a population of 870 in 2001, increasing to 901 by the 2011 Census. This quaint village, often referred to as "KO," offers a unique blend of historical charm and community spirit, making it a notable area for planning applications and local developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 912 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Eden district.
Property prices in Kirkoswald show an average sale price of £234,130, 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 Kirkoswald a particularly low-crime area.
Kirkoswald has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Settle-Carlisle Railway, Kirkoswald. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Kirkoswald includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Eden and Tributaries SSSI; 3 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): River Eden. 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, Kirkoswald 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 Kirkoswald
In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Kirkoswald. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 82 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Kirkoswald may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision period of 82 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Kirkoswald were listed building and heritage (6), full planning applications (5), tree works (3). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.
In terms of development scale, 4 medium-scale applications, 10 smaller schemes were submitted.
8 planning appeals were lodged, of which 4 were allowed and 4 were dismissed (50% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.
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