What types of planning applications are most common near Smardale?

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

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Smardale, Cumbria Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Smardale, Cumbria.

Cumbria · England · settlement

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

About Smardale

Smardale is a quaint village located in the Westmorland and Furness district of Cumbria, England, and is now part of the parish of Waitby. Historically a civil parish, Smardale had a population of just 36 residents in 1891, reflecting its small community charm. This unique character makes it a notable area for those researching planning applications in rural Cumbria.

District: Waitby

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £294,390 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Westmorland and Furness
Parliamentary constituency: Westmorland and Lonsdale
LSOA: Eden 007A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Smardale.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Smardale based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

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A brief summary of Smardale in Cumbria

Property prices in Smardale show an average sale price of £294,390, 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 Smardale a particularly low-crime area.

Smardale has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Settle-Carlisle Railway, Crosby Garrett. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Smardale includes 3 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Smardale Gill SSSI, Ash Fell SSSI, River Eden and Tributaries SSSI; 5 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): River Eden; 1 National Parks: YORKSHIRE DALES. 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 Smardale

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Smardale.

The most common application types near Smardale were outline applications (1).

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