Ulpha, Cumbria Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Ulpha, Cumbria.

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

About Ulpha

Ulpha is a quaint village and civil parish located in the picturesque Duddon Valley within the Lake District National Park, Cumbria. Once part of Cumberland, it is now under the jurisdiction of the Cumberland unitary authority. A key route from Ulpha crosses Birker Fell, connecting to the Eskdale valley. The village's population has seen a decline, from 159 in the 2001 census to 128 by 2011, making it an intimate community for those considering planning applications in this serene area.

Population: 113 (2021)

District: Copeland

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Area Information

• Admin district: Cumberland
• Parliamentary constituency: Barrow and Furness
• LSOA: Copeland 008E

Crime Statistics

1 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

• anti-social-behaviour: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Ulpha.

Keyword Scorecard

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

• 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 Ulpha based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Ulpha in Cumbria

Ulpha is a quaint village and civil parish located in the picturesque Duddon Valley within the Lake District National Park, Cumbria. Once part of Cumberland, it is now under the jurisdiction of the Cumberland unitary authority. A key route from Ulpha crosses Birker Fell, connecting to the Eskdale valley. The village's population has seen a decline, from 159 in the 2001 census to 128 by 2011, making it an intimate community for those considering planning applications in this serene area. The settlement has a population of approximately 113 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Copeland district.

Neighbourhood safety in Ulpha is generally good, with just 1 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Ulpha 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 Ulpha includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Duddon Valley Woodlands SSSI; 14 Ancient Woodland sites; 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.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Ulpha 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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• How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.