How long do planning decisions take near Whasset?

The average planning decision time near Whasset is 93 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What types of planning applications are most common near Whasset?

The most common type of planning application near Whasset is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Whasset?

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Whasset, Cumbria Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Whasset, Cumbria.

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Planning applications in Whasset are administered by Westmorland And Furness Council. View the full Westmorland And Furness Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Whasset

Whassett, also known as Whasset, is a quaint hamlet located near Milnthorpe in the Westmorland and Furness district of Cumbria, England. Situated within the historic county of Westmorland and part of the parish of Beetham, it lies just south of Ackenthwaite, making it a relevant area for those exploring local planning applications.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £327,930 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Westmorland and Furness
Parliamentary constituency: Morecambe and Lunesdale
LSOA: South Lakeland 011F

Crime Statistics

6 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 4
other-theft: 1
vehicle-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Whasset.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Whasset based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Whasset in Cumbria

Property prices in Whasset show an average sale price of £327,930, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were 6 crimes reported in the Whasset area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.

Whasset has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Beetham, Milnthorpe. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Whasset includes 1 Ancient Woodland site; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Arnside & Silverdale. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Whasset

In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Whasset. The average decision time was 93 days.

With an average of 93 days, decisions near Whasset take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Whasset were full planning applications (5), listed building and heritage (2), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 8 smaller schemes were submitted.

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