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Planning in Longcroft

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About Longcroft

Longcroft is a quaint community in Cumbria, England, situated between Kirkbride and Anthorn. This small village comprises just five houses, including Longcroft Farm, a working dairy farm. Notably, the nearby marsh is a unique asset, renowned for its pristine environment, free from "background pollution," and has been featured in various film documentaries. This distinctive setting may be of interest to those researching planning applications in the area. It sits within the Bowness district.

Property prices in Longcroft show an average sale price of £205,290, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Longcroft 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 Longcroft a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Longcroft has 7 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Longcroft 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Longcroft, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.