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Planning in Natland

Approved
92%
11 of 12 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Natland in the last 24 months, from Westmorland and Furness Council's planning register.

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About Natland

Natland is a village and civil parish located approximately two miles south of Kendal in the Westmorland and Furness district of Cumbria. It is situated near Oxenholme and had a population of 796 according to the 2011 census, reflecting a steady increase from 747 in 2001. This growing community may be of interest to those researching planning applications in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 993 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Westmorland and Furness district.

Property prices in Natland show an average sale price of £290,380, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Natland 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 Natland a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Natland has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Natland 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Natland, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 13 planning applications were submitted near Natland. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 75 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (8), outline applications (2), amendments (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Natland?
In the last 24 months, 13 planning applications were submitted near Natland. The approval rate is 92%.
How long do planning decisions take near Natland?
The average planning decision time near Natland is 75 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 Natland?
The planning approval rate near Natland is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Natland?
The most common type of planning application near Natland is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Natland?
You can search and track planning applications near Natland on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.