How long do planning decisions take near Tarns?

The average planning decision time near Tarns is 30 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 Tarns?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Tarns?

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

How can I track planning applications near Tarns?

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Tarns, Cumbria Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Tarns, Cumbria.

Cumbria · England · settlement

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About Tarns

Tarns is a small farming settlement situated in the civil parish of Holme St. Cuthbert, Cumbria, approximately two miles north-east of Mawbray and 23 miles south-west of Carlisle. The B5301 road traverses the area, connecting Tarns to nearby towns such as Silloth-on-Solway, five-and-a-half miles to the north, and Aspatria, four-and-a-half miles to the south-east. Surrounding settlements include Aikshaw, Goodyhills, Jericho, and New Cowper, making Tarns an integral part of the rural landscape in the region.

District: Holme St Cuthbert

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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 001F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Tarns.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Tarns based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Tarns.

- Tarns Farm, Silloth CA7 4NQ
Replacement wind turbine and associated infrastructure and the removal of the existing turbine
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Allerdale | Date: 2026-02-25
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A brief summary of Tarns in Cumbria

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

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Planning Activity in Tarns

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Tarns. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 30 days.

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

The average decision time of 30 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Tarns were full planning 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.

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