Whicham, Cumbria Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Whicham, Cumbria.
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About Whicham
Whicham is a quaint hamlet and civil parish located in Cumberland, Cumbria, England, with a population of 382 according to the 2011 census. The parish encompasses the villages of Silecroft and Kirksanton, as well as the hamlets of Whicham and Whitbeck. Notably, Whicham was recorded in the Domesday Book as Witingham, reflecting its historical significance in the region.
Population: 477 (2021)
District: Copeland
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £139,140 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Cumberland
- Parliamentary constituency: Barrow and Furness
- LSOA: Copeland 008G
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Whicham.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Whicham.
- 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 Whicham based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
2 planning applications found near Whicham.
- - Parsonage Farm, Silecroft, Millom, LA18 5LS
Approval of details reserved by condition 3 on planning permission 7/2025/4011, Slurry Tower - Biodiversity Net Gain
Status: Conditions | Council: Lake District | Date: 2025-12-17
View full details - - Parsonage Farm, Silecroft, Millom, LA18 5LS
Non-material amendment to application 7/2025/4011 (Slurry Tower) to confirm exact size and colour
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Lake District | Date: 2025-09-22
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A brief summary of Whicham in Cumbria
Whicham is a quaint hamlet and civil parish located in Cumberland, Cumbria, England, with a population of 382 according to the 2011 census. The parish encompasses the villages of Silecroft and Kirksanton, as well as the hamlets of Whicham and Whitbeck. Notably, Whicham was recorded in the Domesday Book as Witingham, reflecting its historical significance in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 477 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Copeland district.
Property prices in Whicham show an average sale price of £139,140, 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 Whicham a particularly low-crime area.
Whicham 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 Whicham includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Shaw Meadow & Sea Pasture SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site; 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, Whicham 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 Whicham
In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Whicham. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Whicham may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 51 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Whicham were amendments (1).
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- Silecroft planning applications
- Kirksanton planning applications
- Whitbeck planning applications
- Haverigg planning applications
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- Dunningwell planning applications
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.