How long do planning decisions take near Low Moresby?

The average planning decision time near Low Moresby is 43 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 Low Moresby?

The planning approval rate near Low Moresby is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Low Moresby?

The most common type of planning application near Low Moresby is outline applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Low Moresby?

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Low Moresby, Cumbria Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Low Moresby, Cumbria.

Cumbria · England · settlement

Planning applications in Low Moresby are administered by Cumberland Council. View the full Cumberland Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £176,022 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Cumberland
Parliamentary constituency: Whitehaven and Workington
LSOA: Copeland 003F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Low Moresby.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Low Moresby based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Low Moresby in Cumbria

Low Moresby is a settlement located in Cumbria, England.

Property prices in Low Moresby show an average sale price of £176,022, 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 Low Moresby a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Low Moresby includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Low Moresby

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Low Moresby. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 43 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Low Moresby may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 43 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Low Moresby were outline applications (1).

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