How long do planning decisions take near Milburn?

The average planning decision time near Milburn is 56 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What types of planning applications are most common near Milburn?

The most common type of planning application near Milburn is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Milburn?

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Milburn, Cumbria Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Milburn, Cumbria.

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About Milburn

Milburn is a quaint village and civil parish situated in the Westmorland and Furness district of Cumbria, England. Nestled on the northern edge of the Eden Valley, it lies approximately 9 miles east of Penrith and has a stable population of 171, as recorded in both the 2001 and 2011 censuses. This charming locale may offer a variety of planning opportunities for developers and investors seeking to engage with the local community.

Population: 198 (2021)

District: Eden

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £234,130 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Westmorland and Furness
Parliamentary constituency: Westmorland and Lonsdale
LSOA: Eden 006D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Milburn.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Milburn based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Milburn.

- Park House Milburn Penrith CA10 1TN
Agricultural storage building.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2026-02-11
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- Kirkhouse Farm Milburn PENRITH CA10 1TJ
Alterations to part of covered bale store to form dry muck store.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2025-10-24
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A brief summary of Milburn in Cumbria

Property prices in Milburn show an average sale price of £234,130, 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 Milburn a particularly low-crime area.

Milburn has one conservation area within its boundaries: Milburn. 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 Milburn includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Eden and Tributaries SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): North Pennines; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): River Eden. 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 Milburn

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Milburn. The average decision time was 56 days.

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 Milburn were full planning applications (2), other applications (1). Full planning applications account for 67% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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