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Planning in Oulton

Only 4 decisions near Oulton in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Oulton in the last 24 months, from Cumberland Council's planning register.

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About Oulton

Oulton is a quaint hamlet located near Wigton in the Cumberland district of Cumbria, England. Once a separate civil parish until its merger into Woodside in 1934, Oulton had a population of 271 in 1931. This area's planning applications may reflect its rich historical context and evolving community structure. It sits within the Woodside district.

Property prices in Oulton show an average sale price of £205,290, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Oulton 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 Oulton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Oulton has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Oulton 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 Oulton, 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, 5 planning applications were submitted near Oulton.

The most common types were full planning applications (2), outline applications (2), listed building and heritage (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Oulton?
In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Oulton.
What types of planning applications are most common near Oulton?
The most common type of planning application near Oulton is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Oulton?
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