Watermillock, Cumbria Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Watermillock, Cumbria.
Cumbria · England · settlement
Planning applications in Watermillock are administered by Westmorland And Furness Council. View the full Westmorland And Furness Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Watermillock
Watermillock is a picturesque village located on the western shore of Ullswater in the English Lake District, within the Westmorland and Furness district of Cumbria. Once a standalone civil parish with a population of 448 in 1931, it was merged into the parish of Matterdale in 1934. This charming area offers a unique blend of natural beauty and historical significance, making it a relevant consideration for those interested in planning applications within the region.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £325,145 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Westmorland and Furness
- Parliamentary constituency: Penrith and Solway
- LSOA: Eden 004C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Watermillock.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Watermillock.
- 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 Watermillock based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
24 planning applications found near Watermillock.
- - High Meadow, Watermillock, Penrith, CA11 0LR
Proposed demolition of an existing lean-to conservatory with replacement garden room and demolition of the existing garage/storage block with replacement garage, workshop, and studio building - variat
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Lake District | Date: 2026-06-10
View full details - - Land near Waterside House, Watermillock, Penrith, CA11 0JH
5 Day Notice - 1 x failed Larch tree
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Lake District | Date: 2026-04-21
View full details - - Lake View Farm, Watermillock, Penrith, CA11 0JH
Insertion of folding glass wall
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2020-08-11
View full details - - High Meadow, Watermillock, Penrith, CA11 0LR
Proposed demolition of an existing lean-to conservatory with replacement garden room and demolition of the existing garage/storage block with replacement garage, workshop, and studio building.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2020-05-26
View full details - - Lake View Farm, Watermillock, Penrith, CA11 0JH
Amendment to design, condition 2 (plans) on planning permission 7/2017/3159 for proposed "Gin Case" extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Lake District | Date: 2019-08-07
View full details - - Lake View Farm, Watermillock, Penrith, CA11 0JH
Approval of details reserved by condition 2 on approval ref 7/2017/3159 - (approved plans) - proposed Gin Case extension
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Conditions | Council: Lake District | Date: 2019-07-30
View full details - - High Barton, Watermillock, Penrith, CA11 0JH
Erection of a new 'underground' double garage at drive level - in place of previously approved garage with pitched roof. Addition of a Garden Pod to sit above garage within new landscaping. The Garden
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2019-01-29
View full details - - Boathouse in field off A592, Beauthorn Cottage, Watermillock, CA11 0JH
Replacement boathouse
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2018-11-16
View full details - - Lake View Farm, Watermillock, Penrith, CA11 0JH
Non-material amendment to planning application 7/2017/3124 (change of use of first floor of annexe to holiday letting accommodation, including internal and external alterations) to insert roof light o
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Lake District | Date: 2018-10-17
View full details - - High Barton, Watermillock, Penrith, CA11 0JH
Demolition of small ancillary part of house to make way for a larger extension consisting of: kitchen dining area and external patio. Internal re-modelling. Raising the roof level in West wing to crea
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2018-05-29
View full details - - High Barton, Watermillock, Penrith, CA11 0JH
Erection of new double garage
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2018-05-29
View full details - - Lake View Farm, Watermillock, Penrith, CA11 0JH
Change of use of first floor of annexe to holiday letting accommodation, including internal and external alterations
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2017-12-14
View full details - - Lake View Farm, Watermillock, Penrith, CA11 0JH
Proposed "Gin Case" extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2017-12-07
View full details - - Lake View Farm, Watermillock, Penrith, CA11 0JH
Proposed "Gin Case" extension to farmhouse
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2017-10-13
View full details - - High Barton, Watermillock, Penrith, CA11 0JH
Demolition of small ancillary part of house to make way for a larger extension consisting of: kitchen dining area and balcony. Internal re-modelling. Raising the roof level in part to create an additi
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2017-08-23
View full details - - Lake House, Watermillock, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0JH
Change of use of part of field to garden
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2017-03-20
View full details - - Barn End, Watermillock, Penrith, CA11 0JH
The proposed work is to T1 and involves the removal of three lower scaffold limbs
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Trees | Council: Lake District | Date: 2017-01-31
View full details - - New Lodge, Watermillock, Penrith, CA11 0JH
Proposed erection of boat store (Renewal of consent 7/2013/3121)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2016-10-27
View full details - - Lake House, Watermillock, Cumbria, CA11 0JH
Proposed alterations and extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2016-01-19
View full details - - Boathouse at Beauthorn Lodge, Watermillock, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0JH
Proposed alterations and extension to boathouse
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2015-11-16
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A brief summary of Watermillock in Cumbria
Watermillock is a picturesque village located on the western shore of Ullswater in the English Lake District, within the Westmorland and Furness district of Cumbria. Once a standalone civil parish with a population of 448 in 1931, it was merged into the parish of Matterdale in 1934. This charming area offers a unique blend of natural beauty and historical significance, making it a relevant consideration for those interested in planning applications within the region.
Property prices in Watermillock show an average sale price of £325,145, 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 Watermillock a particularly low-crime area.
Watermillock 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 Watermillock includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Eden and Tributaries SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): River Eden; 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, Watermillock 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.
Planning Activity in Watermillock
In the last 24 months, 15 planning applications were submitted near Watermillock. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Watermillock may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 54 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Watermillock were full planning applications (2), discharge of conditions (2), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 13% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 4 medium-scale applications, 11 smaller schemes were submitted.
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Related Planning Guides
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