Whale, Cumbria Planning Applications
Track every planning application and planning permission decision near Whale, Cumbria. Browse by postcode, view live status and get free email alerts for new developments.
Planning data sourced from Cumbria council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months
New road to enable timber extraction
Notification for prior approval for change of use of agricultural buildings to hotel
Notification for prior approval for change of use of agricultural buildings to hotel
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About Whale - Planning Applications & Local Development
Whale is a small hamlet located within the Westmorland and Furness unitary authority area in Cumbria, England, approximately one mile south of the village of Askham. Historically part of Westmorland, the hamlet had a recorded population of 53 in the early 1870s, making it a quaint and sparsely populated area that may be of interest for planning applications related to rural development and community services.
Property prices in Whale show an average sale price of £325,145, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Whale 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 Whale a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Whale has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Whale 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.
To comment on or object to a planning application near Whale, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.