How long do planning decisions take near Swarthmoor?

The average planning decision time near Swarthmoor is 104 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 Swarthmoor?

The planning approval rate near Swarthmoor is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Swarthmoor?

The most common type of planning application near Swarthmoor is full planning applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Swarthmoor?

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Swarthmoor, Cumbria Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Swarthmoor, Cumbria.

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About Swarthmoor

Swarthmoor is a quaint village situated near Ulverston in Cumbria, England, on the picturesque Furness peninsula. Once part of Lancashire, this small community offers a unique blend of rural charm and historical significance, making it a noteworthy area for planning applications and developments.

District: Pennington

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £299,850 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Westmorland and Furness
Parliamentary constituency: Westmorland and Lonsdale
LSOA: South Lakeland 007C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Swarthmoor.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Swarthmoor based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Swarthmoor.

- Hill Foot Hotel ULVERSTON LA12 7SE
Retrospective Change of Use of Hotel (Use Class C1) to a Self-Contained 13-Bed (Sleeps 26) Holiday Let (Use Class Sui Generis)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2025-10-21
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A brief summary of Swarthmoor in Cumbria

Property prices in Swarthmoor show an average sale price of £299,850, 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 Swarthmoor a particularly low-crime area.

Swarthmoor has one conservation area within its boundaries: Ulverston. 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 Swarthmoor includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. 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 Swarthmoor

In the last 24 months, 24 planning applications were submitted near Swarthmoor. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 104 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 Swarthmoor.

With an average of 104 days, decisions near Swarthmoor take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Swarthmoor were full planning applications (14), tree works (5), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 58% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 4 medium-scale applications, 19 smaller schemes were submitted.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

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