How long do planning decisions take near Shap?

The average planning decision time near Shap is 43 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 Shap?

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

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?

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Shap, Cumbria Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Shap, Cumbria.

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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.

Population: 1,218 (2021)

District: Eden

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £234,130 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Westmorland and Furness
Parliamentary constituency: Penrith and Solway
LSOA: Eden 001C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Shap.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Shap based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Shap.

- Buildings Northwest of Keld Lane Shap Penrith CA10 3NA
Change of use of agricultural buildings to a dwelling, including associate operations.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2026-02-06
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- Land off Church Street Shap Penrith CA10 3JU
Works to trees subject to Tree Preservation Order - TPO 14, T1 - Holly remove low lying branches, T2 - Sycamore - remove low lying branches, T3 - Sycamore - remove low lying branches, T4 - Sycamore -
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2026-01-21
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- St Michaels Church Jacksons Lane Shap CA10 3LD
Works to trees subject to Tree Preservation Order: No TPO3- T3 Beech identified as T1 on Worksheet and Tree Risk Survey. The tree has had a recent aerial inspection and a further ground survey with a
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2026-01-06
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- 2 Westmorland House Jacksons Lane Shap Penrith CA10 3JF
Dormer extension to rear.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2024-12-06
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A brief summary of Shap in Cumbria

Property prices in Shap show an average sale price of £234,130, 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 Shap a particularly low-crime area.

Shap 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 Shap includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Eden and Tributaries SSSI; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): River Eden; 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 Shap

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Shap. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 43 days.

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

The average decision time of 43 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Shap were full planning applications (3), tree works (2), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 50% 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, 5 smaller schemes were submitted.

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