How long do planning decisions take near Silloth?

The average planning decision time near Silloth 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 Silloth?

The planning approval rate near Silloth is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Silloth?

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

How can I track planning applications near Silloth?

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Silloth, Cumbria Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Silloth, Cumbria.

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About Silloth

Silloth, or Silloth-on-Solway, is a coastal port town located in the Cumberland district of Cumbria, England, approximately 18 miles west of Carlisle. Developed in the mid-19th century around a newly constructed harbour, Silloth emerged as a small seaside resort, attracting visitors to its scenic waterfront. As of the 2021 census, the town's civil parish had a population of 2,749, making it a notable location for potential planning applications in the region.

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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 003A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Silloth.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Silloth based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Silloth.

- Liddell House, Liddell Street, Silloth, Wigton, CA7 4DR
Conversion of existing residential property to flats. New dormer to front, minor internal layout changes. External landscaping works to front, side and rear. Change of use. Demolition of side garage,
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Allerdale | Date: 2026-01-21
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A brief summary of Silloth in Cumbria

Property prices in Silloth 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 Silloth a particularly low-crime area.

Silloth has one conservation area within its boundaries: Silloth. 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 Silloth includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Silloth Dunes and Mawbray Bank SSSI, Upper Solway Flats & Marshes SSSI; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Solway Firth; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Solway Firth; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Upper Solway Flats & Marshes. 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 Silloth

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Silloth. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 43 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Silloth.

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 Silloth were full planning applications (1), outline applications (1), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 33% 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, 2 smaller schemes were submitted.

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