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Longtown, Cumbria Planning Applications

Track every planning application and planning permission decision near Longtown, Cumbria. Browse by postcode, view live status and get free email alerts for new developments.

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Planning data sourced from Cumbria council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months

About Longtown - Planning Applications & Local Development

Longtown, located just south of the Scottish Border in Cumbria's historic county of Cumberland, is a vibrant market town known for its significant sheep market. The town played a crucial role during the 2001 United Kingdom foot-and-mouth crisis. Nearby, the historic Arthuret Church, dedicated to Saint Michael and All Angels, adds to the area's cultural heritage, making it an important location for anyone considering planning applications in the region. The other has a population of approximately 3,000. It sits within the Arthuret district.

Property prices in Longtown show an average sale price of £197,907, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Longtown 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 Longtown a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Longtown has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Longtown 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 Longtown, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.