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Planning in Swinside

Only 1 decision near Swinside in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Swinside in the last 24 months, from Cumberland Council's planning register.

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About Swinside

Swinside, located near Swinside Fell in southern Cumbria, is renowned for its ancient stone circle, also known as Sunkenkirk or Swineshead. Dating back to the Late Neolithic and Early Bronze Ages, this site is one of approximately 1,300 recorded stone circles across the British Isles and Brittany, reflecting a rich megalithic tradition that spanned from 3300 to 900 BC. This historical landmark may influence planning applications in the area, given its archaeological significance.

Property prices in Swinside show an average sale price of £390,452, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Swinside 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 Swinside a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Swinside has 13 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Swinside 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 Swinside, 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, 2 planning applications were submitted near Swinside.

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How many planning applications have been submitted near Swinside?
In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Swinside.
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