Low Newton, Cumbria Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Low Newton, Cumbria.
Cumbria · England · settlement
Planning applications in Low Newton are administered by Westmorland And Furness Council. View the full Westmorland And Furness Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Low Newton
Low Newton is a hamlet located within the Westmorland and Furness Unitary Authority in Cumbria, England, situated in the picturesque Lake District. Previously accessible via the A590 road, it now benefits from a bypass that opened on 8 April 2008, improving connectivity while preserving the area's tranquil environment. Researchers considering planning applications in this serene hamlet will find it an attractive locale for development amidst its stunning natural backdrop.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £327,764 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Westmorland and Furness
- Parliamentary constituency: Westmorland and Lonsdale
- LSOA: South Lakeland 007B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Low Newton.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Low Newton.
- 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 Newton based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
47 planning applications found near Low Newton.
- - Barns at Low Newton Farmhouse, Low Newton, Grange over Sands, LA11 6JP
Approval of details reserved by condition 5 (land contamination study) on application 7/2025/5254 - Conversion of disused barns into 4no. dwelling houses
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Lake District | Date: 2025-07-30
View full details - - Low Newton Farm, Newton In Cartmel, Cumbria
Conversion of disused barns into 4no. dwelling houses
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2025-04-28
View full details - - Lane Cottage, Newton In Cartmel, Grange Over Sands, LA116JQ
Enclosed entrance porch at the front of the property, enclosing the present front door
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2024-09-02
View full details - - Horse & Farrier Barn, Newton In Cartmel, Cumbria, LA11 6JQ
Replacement windows and patio door
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2023-10-26
View full details - - Daville, Newton In Cartmel, Grange-Over-Sands, LA11 6JH
Single storey rear extension and use of garage as habitable accommodation
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2022-12-09
View full details - - Daville, Newton In Cartmel, Grange-Over-Sands, LA11 6JH
Lawful Development Certificate for 1: Single storey rear extension and 2: Use of garage as habitable accommodation
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Outline | Council: Lake District | Date: 2022-10-17
View full details - - 2 The Yard, Newton In Cartmel, Grange-Over-Sands, LA11 6JQ
Proposed extensions to dwelling
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2022-02-21
View full details - - Hill View, Newton In Cartmel, Grange-Over-Sands, LA11 6JH
Internal alterations, new roof with raised ridge, loft conversion and dormer
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2021-10-19
View full details - - Browside Barn, Newton In Cartmel, Newton In Cartmel, LA11 6JH
Single storey rear extension and alteration to rear dormer to form a balcony.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2021-06-14
View full details - - Lancashire View, Newton In Cartmel, Grange-Over-Sands, LA11 6JH
Additional openings in north, south and west and alterations to openings in the east facing elevation to facilitate loft conversion.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2021-05-26
View full details - - 2 The Yard, Newton In Cartmel, Grange-Over-Sands, LA11 6JQ
Demolition of existing dwelling and garage and construction of new dwelling and garage
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2021-04-21
View full details - - Greensyke, Newton In Cartmel, Grange-Over-Sands, LA11 6JJ
Rear storm porch and internal alterations
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Lake District | Date: 2020-02-12
View full details - - Greensyke, Newton In Cartmel, Grange-Over-Sands, LA11 6JJ
Rear storm porch and internal alterations
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2020-02-12
View full details - - Greensyke, Newton In Cartmel, Grange-Over-Sands, LA11 6JJ
Replacement windows
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Lake District | Date: 2019-03-07
View full details - - Rose Cottage, Newton In Cartmel, Grange-Over-Sands, LA11 6JH
Add gate posts and gates; add fence and trellis in garden; move calor gas tank and move shed and reduce in size
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2017-06-16
View full details - - Hill Garth, Newton In Cartmel, Grange-Over-Sands, LA11 6JQ
Proposed construction of a car port on site of previous car port, with solar panels on the roof
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2017-04-03
View full details - - Hill Garth, Newton In Cartmel, Grange-Over-Sands, LA11 6JQ
Extensions and alterations
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2016-10-11
View full details - - Newton in Cartmel Village Hall, Newton in Cartmel, Grange over Sands, LA11 6JH
Like for like replacement of old, softwood, single glazed, non-opening windows with new, A+ rated UPVC double glazed opening windows
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2016-07-17
View full details - - Watery Lots, Newton in Cartmel, High Newton, Cumbria, LA11 6JH
Single storey side extension and attached garage
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2015-10-01
View full details - - 3 Newton Hall Barn, High Newton, Grange over Sands, Cumbria, LA11 6JJ
Ground floor extension to an existing dwelling
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2015-06-19
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A brief summary of Low Newton in Cumbria
Low Newton is a hamlet located within the Westmorland and Furness Unitary Authority in Cumbria, England, situated in the picturesque Lake District. Previously accessible via the A590 road, it now benefits from a bypass that opened on 8 April 2008, improving connectivity while preserving the area's tranquil environment. Researchers considering planning applications in this serene hamlet will find it an attractive locale for development amidst its stunning natural backdrop.
Property prices in Low Newton show an average sale price of £327,764, 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 Newton a particularly low-crime area.
Low Newton 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 Low Newton includes 1 Ancient Woodland site; 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Low Newton 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.
Planning Activity in Low Newton
In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Low Newton. The average decision time was 79 days.
The average decision period of 79 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Low Newton were full planning applications (3), 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, 4 medium-scale applications was submitted.
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