Lowick, Cumbria Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Lowick, Cumbria.
Cumbria · England · settlement
About Lowick
Lowick is a village and civil parish located in the Westmorland and Furness district of Cumbria, England. Originally part of Lancashire until 1974, it transitioned to South Lakeland district until 2023. With historical roots dating back to 1202, Lowick's name is derived from the Old Norse "Lauf-vík," reflecting its rich heritage and potential interest for planning applications in the area.
Population: 238 (2021)
District: South Lakeland
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £299,850 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Westmorland and Furness
- Parliamentary constituency: Barrow and Furness
- LSOA: South Lakeland 012C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Lowick.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Lowick.
- 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 Lowick based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
44 planning applications found near Lowick.
- - Hunda, Lowick Bridge, ULVERSTON, LA12 8EE
Temporary recreational campsite
Status: Permitted | Council: Lake District | Date: 2026-03-24
View full details - - Land at Lowick Bridge Farm, Lowick Bridge, Nr Ulverston, LA12 8EF
Erection of an underground field storage slurry tank
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Lake District | Date: 2026-01-16
View full details - - Hunda, Lowick Bridge, ULVERSTON, LA12 8EE
Demolition of existing single-storey extension to dwelling and construction of two-storey annex comprising entrance hall and two bedrooms (one en-suite) on upper floor, and combined kitchen/lounge wit
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2025-12-09
View full details - - Hunda, Lowick Bridge, Ulverston, LA12 8EE
Demolition of existing single-storey extension to dwelling and construction of two-storey annex comprising entrance hall, separate WC, combined kitchen/lounge on upper floor, two bedrooms and bathroom
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2025-07-31
View full details - - Lowick Bridge Farm, Lowick Bridge, Ulverston, LA12 8EF
Erection of new underground field storage slurry tank with green UPVC floating cover
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Lake District | Date: 2025-06-27
View full details - - Lowick Bridge Farm, Lowick Bridge, Ulverston, LA12 8EF
Installation of a new underground slurry pit
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2025-06-09
View full details - - Hunda, Lowick Bridge, ULVERSTON, LA12 8EE
60 day temporary recreational campsite
Status: Permitted | Council: Lake District | Date: 2025-04-22
View full details - - Hunda, Lowick Bridge, Ulverston, LA12 8EE
Erection of a building to be used as a hair salon to support a farm diversification opportunity
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2024-07-01
View full details - - Lowick Mill Cottage, Lowick Bridge, Ulverston, LA12 8EF
Demolition of existing semi-detached house and construction of new, detached, replacement dwelling including installation of package sewage treatment plant - variation of conditions 2 (plans), 3 (slat
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Lake District | Date: 2024-05-20
View full details - - Hunda, Lowick Bridge, ULVERSTON, LA12 8EE
60 day temporary recreational campsite
Status: Permitted | Council: Lake District | Date: 2024-03-04
View full details - - Lowick Mill Cottage, Lowick Bridge, Ulverston, LA12 8EF
Demolition of existing semi-detached house and construction of new, detached, replacement dwelling including installation of package sewage treatment plant
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2023-12-04
View full details - - Bridgefield Cottage, Spark Bridge, Ulverston, LA12 8DA
Installation of 3 new telecommunications poles
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Lake District | Date: 2023-09-05
View full details - - Bridgefield Farm, Spark Bridge, Ulverston, LA12 8DA
Replacement of lawful, unfettered, twin unit caravan by permanent dwelling
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2022-02-14
View full details - - Lowick Bridge Farm, Lowick Bridge, Ulverston, LA12 8EF
Erection of purposes built manure storage
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2021-03-10
View full details - - Hunda, Lowick Bridge, Ulverston, LA12 8EE
Roofs over yard and feed areas
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2020-11-13
View full details - - Bridgefield Farm, Spark Bridge, Ulverston, LA12 8DA
Change of use of former agricultural buildings to base for agricultural contractor's business.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2020-11-03
View full details - - Bridgefield Farm, Spark Bridge, Ulverston, LA12 8DA
Use of land for siting of replacement residential caravan
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Lake District | Date: 2020-06-09
View full details - - Hundow Hall, Lowick Bridge, Ulverston, LA12 8EE
Installation of electronic communications apparatus
Status: Permitted | Type: Telecoms | Council: Lake District | Date: 2020-03-02
View full details - - Red Lion Inn, Lowick Bridge, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 8EF
Variation of condition nos 2 and 8 and discharge of condition no 4 on approval ref 7/2015/5650 – installation of air source heat pump and slated canopy to entrance (condition 2), finish colour of exte
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Lake District | Date: 2019-02-22
View full details - - Hunda, Lowick Bridge, ULVERSTON, LA12 8EE
Agricultural polytunnel
Status: Rejected | Type: Other | Council: Lake District | Date: 2019-01-29
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A brief summary of Lowick in Cumbria
Lowick is a village and civil parish located in the Westmorland and Furness district of Cumbria, England. Originally part of Lancashire until 1974, it transitioned to South Lakeland district until 2023. With historical roots dating back to 1202, Lowick's name is derived from the Old Norse "Lauf-vík," reflecting its rich heritage and potential interest for planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 238 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Lakeland district.
Property prices in Lowick show an average sale price of £299,850, 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 Lowick a particularly low-crime area.
Lowick 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 Lowick includes 14 Ancient Woodland sites; 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.
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Planning Activity in Lowick
In the last 24 months, 12 planning applications were submitted near Lowick. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.
This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Lowick maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.
The average decision time of 56 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Lowick were full planning applications (6), other 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, 5 medium-scale applications, 7 smaller schemes were submitted.
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Related Planning Guides
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- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.