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Planning in Shap

Only 6 decisions near Shap in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Shap

Shap is a picturesque village and civil parish situated within the scenic fells and dales of Westmorland and Furness, Cumbria. Historically part of Westmorland, Shap had a population of 1,221 in 2001, which grew to 1,264 by the 2011 Census, making it a small yet vibrant community for potential planning developments and applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,218 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Eden district.

Property prices in Shap show an average sale price of £325,145, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Shap 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 Shap a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Shap has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Shap 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 Shap, 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, 9 planning applications were submitted near Shap.

The most common types were full planning applications (3), tree works (2), outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Shap?
In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Shap.
What types of planning applications are most common near Shap?
The most common type of planning application near Shap is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Shap?
You can search and track planning applications near Shap on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.