How long do planning decisions take near Little Blencow?

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

What is the planning approval rate near Little Blencow?

The planning approval rate near Little Blencow is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Little Blencow?

The most common type of planning application near Little Blencow is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Little Blencow?

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Little Blencow, Cumbria Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Little Blencow, Cumbria.

Cumbria · England · settlement

Planning applications in Little Blencow are administered by Westmorland And Furness Council. View the full Westmorland And Furness Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Little Blencow

Little Blencow is a quaint village located north of the River Petteril, adjacent to Penrith in Cumbria. Part of the Greystoke parish, it is situated alongside Great Blencow to the south, which falls under the civil parish of Dacre. This small community offers a unique blend of rural charm and accessibility, making it a relevant area for those exploring planning applications in the region.

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Area Information

Admin district: Westmorland and Furness
Parliamentary constituency: Penrith and Solway
LSOA: Eden 004E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Little Blencow.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Little Blencow based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Little Blencow.

- Land to the side and rear of Mar Azul Blencow Penrith CA11 0DG
Outline application for a residential development of five dwellings, with all matters reserved.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2026-03-31
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- Ivy Cottage Blencow Penrith CA11 0DG
Lawful Development Certificate for proposed alterations to an existing outbuilding to change the existing door to a window on the south west elevation and change the existing window to a door on the n
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2025-11-19
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- Winder House Blencow Penrith CA11 0DB
Proposed general purpose agricultural building and access.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2025-10-01
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- Rose Cottage Blencow PENRITH CA11 0DG
Change of use of agricultural land to residential use and construction of new side boundary wall. Part retrospective.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2025-09-26
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- The Cottage Blencow Penrith CA11 0DG
Listed Building Consent for the retention of works to convert an outbuilding to form additional living accommodation.
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2025-05-23
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- LITTLE BLENCOW FARM, BLENCOW, PENRITH, CA11 0DG
Infilling, raising height and roofing over of existing silage structures to form silage storage buildings.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2023-04-14
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A brief summary of Little Blencow in Cumbria

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Little Blencow a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Little Blencow includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Great Blencow Meadows & Fen SSSI. 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 Little Blencow

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Little Blencow. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 97 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Little Blencow.

With an average of 97 days, decisions near Little Blencow 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 Little Blencow were full planning applications (3), outline applications (2), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 50% 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, 5 smaller schemes were submitted.

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