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Planning in Upper Denton

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

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

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About Upper Denton

Upper Denton is a quaint village and civil parish located in northern Cumbria, approximately 1 km north of the A69 road connecting Haltwhistle and Brampton. With a population of fewer than 100 residents as of the 2011 Census, the parish is part of the historical landscape that includes the Roman Stanegate road and is close to the Birdoswald fort on Hadrian's Wall, just 1 km to the north across the River Irthing. This charming area is surrounded by other villages such as Gilsland, Greenhead, and Lanercost, making it a notable spot for potential planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 102 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Carlisle district.

Property prices in Upper Denton show an average sale price of £265,630, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Upper Denton 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 Upper Denton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Upper Denton has 8 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Upper Denton 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 Upper Denton, 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, 1 planning application was submitted near Upper Denton.

The most common types were full planning applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Upper Denton?
In the last 24 months, 1 planning application was submitted near Upper Denton.
What types of planning applications are most common near Upper Denton?
The most common type of planning application near Upper Denton is full planning applications, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Upper Denton?
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