How long do planning decisions take near Plumbland?

The average planning decision time near Plumbland is 34 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 Plumbland?

The planning approval rate near Plumbland is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Plumbland?

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

How can I track planning applications near Plumbland?

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Plumbland, Cumbria Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Plumbland, Cumbria.

Cumbria · England · settlement

Planning applications in Plumbland are administered by Cumberland Council. View the full Cumberland Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Plumbland

Plumbland is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Cumberland district of Cumbria, England, just two miles from the stunning Lake District National Park, renowned for its natural beauty. The parish encompasses the hamlets of Threapland, Parsonby, and Arkleby, and had a population of 341 as of the 2011 census. With its picturesque surroundings and proximity to an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Plumbland presents unique opportunities for planning applications in rural development and conservation.

Population: 354 (2021)

District: Allerdale

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £243,453 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Cumberland
Parliamentary constituency: Penrith and Solway
LSOA: Allerdale 003E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Plumbland.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Plumbland based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Plumbland in Cumbria

Property prices in Plumbland show an average sale price of £243,453, 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 Plumbland a particularly low-crime area.

Plumbland 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 Plumbland includes 1 Ancient Woodland site; 1 National Parks: LAKE DISTRICT. 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 Plumbland

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Plumbland. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 34 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Plumbland may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 34 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Plumbland were full planning applications (2), outline applications (1), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 40% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 4 smaller schemes were submitted.

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