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Planning in Weasdale

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About Weasdale

Weasdale is a quaint hamlet in Cumbria, situated 850 feet above sea level on the northern slopes of the Howgill Fells, approximately 6 miles south-west of Kirkby Stephen. The settlement is traversed by Weasdale Beck, which serves as a significant tributary to the River Lune. Characterised by properties dating from the late 16th to mid-19th century, Weasdale offers a unique historical context for planning applications in the area. It sits within the Ravenstonedale district.

Property prices in Weasdale show an average sale price of £310,070, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Weasdale 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 Weasdale a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Weasdale has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Weasdale 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 Weasdale, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.