How long do planning decisions take near Levens?

The average planning decision time near Levens is 97 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What types of planning applications are most common near Levens?

The most common type of planning application near Levens is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Levens, Cumbria Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Levens, Cumbria.

Cumbria · England · settlement

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About Levens

Levens is a quaint village and civil parish located in Westmorland and Furness, Cumbria, with a population that grew from 1,007 in 2001 to 1,049 in 2011. Situated just four miles south of Kendal, the village is easily accessible via the A6 and A590 roads. Notably, Levens is home to Levens Hall, an important historical site that may influence local planning considerations.

Population: 1,233 (2021)

District: Westmorland and Furness

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £266,225 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Westmorland and Furness
Parliamentary constituency: Westmorland and Lonsdale
LSOA: South Lakeland 005D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Levens.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Levens.

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 Levens based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Levens.

- Box Tree Barn Levens to Crook on the B5248 Levens KENDAL LA8 8NZ
First storey extension and balcony
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2026-04-21
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- 11 The Green Levens KENDAL LA8 8NH
Single storey wrap around extension to the front and side elevations, replacing existing utility room
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2026-03-20
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- Newholme Levens KENDAL LA8 8NP
Construction of front single storey extension, demolition of existing rear bay windows and construction of new conservatory
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2024-09-05
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- Plot 1 on land south of Wayside Cottage Hutton Lane Cotes Levens KENDAL LA8 8NZ
Variation of Condition 1 (approved plans for plot 1 only) attached Reserved matters approval SL/2019/0342 (Erection of 3 dwellings)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2024-04-17
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A brief summary of Levens in Cumbria

Property prices in Levens show an average sale price of £266,225, 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 Levens a particularly low-crime area.

Levens 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 Levens includes 8 Ancient Woodland sites; 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.

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Planning Activity in Levens

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Levens. The average decision time was 97 days.

With an average of 97 days, decisions near Levens take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Levens were full planning applications (6), tree works (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 75% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 7 smaller schemes were submitted.

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