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Planning in Orton

Only 1 decision near Orton in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Orton

Orton is a settlement located in Cumbria, England. The settlement has a population of approximately 575 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Westmorland and Furness district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Orton 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 Orton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Orton has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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

To comment on or object to a planning application near Orton, 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, 2 planning applications were submitted near Orton.

The most common types were outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Orton?
In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Orton.
What types of planning applications are most common near Orton?
The most common type of planning application near Orton is outline applications, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Orton?
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