How long do planning decisions take near Winskill?

The average planning decision time near Winskill is 53 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 Winskill?

The most common type of planning application near Winskill is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Winskill?

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Winskill, Cumbria Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Winskill, Cumbria.

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About Winskill

Hunsonby is a quaint village and civil parish in the Westmorland and Furness district of Cumbria, situated 7 miles northeast of Penrith and 28 miles southeast of Carlisle. The area features the historic stone circle of Long Meg and Her Daughters, making it a point of interest for visitors and potential developers. As of the 2011 Census, the parish has a population of 388, providing a small but vibrant community for local planning considerations.

District: Hunsonby

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £234,130 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Westmorland and Furness
Parliamentary constituency: Penrith and Solway
LSOA: Eden 001D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Winskill.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Winskill based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Winskill.

- Rose Cottage Winskill Penrith CA10 1PD
Variation of condition 2 (approved plans) for changes to the design of the roof and windows, attached to approval 20/0114 (Proposed extension and alterations).
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2026-04-07
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- Ivy Cottage Winskill Penrith CA10 1PD
Proposed single storey extension to the west and east elevations, including replacement of the existing porch and associated site works.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2026-03-12
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- Crossfell View Winskill Penrith CA10 1PD
Proposed detached garage and store rooms.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2024-09-13
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A brief summary of Winskill in Cumbria

Property prices in Winskill show an average sale price of £234,130, 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 Winskill a particularly low-crime area.

Winskill has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Settle-Carlisle Railway, Hunsonby. 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 Winskill 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. 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 Winskill

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Winskill. The average decision time was 53 days.

The average decision time of 53 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Winskill were full planning applications (3), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 75% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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