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Ormsgill, Cumbria Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Ormsgill, Cumbria.

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About Ormsgill

Ormsgill, located in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, is a diverse area that features both residential and industrial spaces. With a population of over 6,000 as of the 2011 Census, nearly three-quarters of Ormsgill is dedicated to greenspace, while the densely populated south-east corridor houses the majority of residents. The western part of the ward is characterized by industrial activity, hosting notable companies such as Kimberly-Clark and BT, making it a key area for economic development and planning applications.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £197,092 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

  • Admin district: Westmorland and Furness
  • Parliamentary constituency: Barrow and Furness
  • LSOA: Barrow-in-Furness 005E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Ormsgill.

Keyword Scorecard

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

  • 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 Ormsgill based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Ormsgill.

  1. - 9 Harewood Close Barrow-In-Furness Cumbria LA14 4SB
    Removal of conservatory to be replaced erection of single storey rear extension
    Status: Undecided | Council: Barrow | Date: 2025-11-11
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  2. - Ormsgill Community Centre Millstone Avenue Barrow-In-Furness Cumbria LA14 4BP
    A new disabled ramp access from the carpark & steps to the community centre with a canopy over the door.
    Status: Undecided | Council: Barrow | Date: 2025-09-30
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A brief summary of Ormsgill in Cumbria

Ormsgill, located in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, is a diverse area that features both residential and industrial spaces. With a population of over 6,000 as of the 2011 Census, nearly three-quarters of Ormsgill is dedicated to greenspace, while the densely populated south-east corridor houses the majority of residents. The western part of the ward is characterized by industrial activity, hosting notable companies such as Kimberly-Clark and BT, making it a key area for economic development and planning applications.

Property prices in Ormsgill show an average sale price of £197,092, 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 Ormsgill a particularly low-crime area.

Ormsgill 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 Ormsgill includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Duddon Estuary SSSI; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Morecambe Bay; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Morecambe Bay and Duddon Estuary; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Duddon Estuary. 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, Ormsgill 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 Ormsgill

In the last 24 months, 12 planning applications were submitted near Ormsgill.

The most common application types near Ormsgill were listed building and heritage (2), discharge of conditions (2), full planning applications (1). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.

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