How long do planning decisions take near Torver?

The average planning decision time near Torver 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 Torver?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Torver?

The most common type of planning application near Torver is discharge of conditions, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Torver?

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Torver, Cumbria Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Torver, Cumbria.

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About Torver

Torver is a picturesque village and civil parish located within the Westmorland and Furness Unitary Authority in Cumbria, England. Situated just 3 miles southwest of Coniston and 1 mile west of the scenic Coniston Water, it offers a tranquil setting ideal for exploring planning applications related to local development and community projects.

Population: 140 (2021)

District: South Lakeland

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £470,960 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Westmorland and Furness
Parliamentary constituency: Westmorland and Lonsdale
LSOA: South Lakeland 008C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Torver.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Torver based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Torver.

- Church House Inn, Torver, Coniston, LA21 8AZ
60 day recreational campsite
Status: Undecided | Council: Lake District | Date: 2026-03-12
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- Land adjacent to Walna Scar View, Torver, Coniston, LA21 8BF
Three two-storey terraced local needs houses
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2025-08-01
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- Wilson Arms, Torver, Coniston, LA21 8BB
Approval of details reserved by condition 7 on planning permission 7/2019/5353 (Change of use of amenity livestock display area ancillary to the Wilson's Arms Public House for the siting of 4 no. timb
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Lake District | Date: 2024-12-10
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- Wilson Arms, Torver, Coniston, LA21 8BB
4 no. timber Shepherd's Huts for holiday accommodation - variation of conditions 2, 3, 6 & 8 on planning permission 7/2019/5353 to make changes to the landscaping, additional track and access to the s
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Lake District | Date: 2024-12-10
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A brief summary of Torver in Cumbria

Property prices in Torver show an average sale price of £470,960, 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 Torver a particularly low-crime area.

Torver has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. 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 Torver includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Ashgill Quarry SSSI, Subberthwaite, Blawith and Torver Low Commons SSSI; 7 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Subberthwaite, Blawith & Torver Low Commons; 1 National Parks: LAKE DISTRICT. 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 Torver

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Torver. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 43 days.

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

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 Torver were discharge of conditions (2), full planning applications (1), outline applications (1).

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 4 smaller schemes were submitted.

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