How long do planning decisions take near Quality Corner?

The average planning decision time near Quality Corner is 41 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 Quality Corner?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Quality Corner?

The most common type of planning application near Quality Corner is outline applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Quality Corner, Cumbria Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Quality Corner, Cumbria.

Cumbria · England · settlement

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About Quality Corner

Quality Corner is a small hamlet located in the picturesque county of Cumbria, England. Its rural setting may offer unique opportunities and considerations for planning applications, making it a noteworthy area for developers and planners interested in the region's growth and development.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £176,022 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Cumberland
Parliamentary constituency: Whitehaven and Workington
LSOA: Copeland 004A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Quality Corner.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Quality Corner based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Quality Corner.

- 76 VICTORIA ROAD, WHITEHAVEN
TWO STOREY REAR EXTENSION & SINGLE STOREY INFILL EXTENSION
Council: Copeland | Date: 2026-03-16
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- 1 LOOP ROAD NORTH, WHITEHAVEN
REMOVAL OF SIDE EXTENSION AND REPLACEMENT WITH SUNROOM, REAR EXTENSION FOR NEW BEDROOMS AND NEW DETACHED GARAGE
Council: Copeland | Date: 2026-02-17
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- 19 AIKBANK ROAD, WHITEHAVEN
PROPOSED SINGLE STOREY SIDE & REAR EXTENSION WITH REPLACEMENT GARAGE ROOF. EXISTING SINGLE STOREY UTILITY ROOM TO BE DEMOLISHED.
Status: Permitted | Council: Copeland | Date: 2025-07-16
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- LYMER HOUSE, QUALITY CORNER, MORESBY
SINGLE STOREY REAR EXTENSION FOR BEDROOM AND FAMILY ROOM
Status: Permitted | Council: Copeland | Date: 2023-11-01
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A brief summary of Quality Corner in Cumbria

Property prices in Quality Corner show an average sale price of £176,022, 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 Quality Corner a particularly low-crime area.

Quality Corner has one conservation area within its boundaries: Whitehaven Town Centre. 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 Quality Corner includes 6 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Solway Firth. 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 Quality Corner

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Quality Corner. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 41 days.

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

The average decision time of 41 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Quality Corner were outline applications (1), tree works (1).

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