Barepot, Cumbria Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Barepot, Cumbria.
Cumbria · England · settlement
Planning applications in Barepot are administered by Cumberland Council. View the full Cumberland Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Barepot
Barepot is a small village located in Cumbria, England, and is part of the expanding Workington area along with Seaton. With approximately 70 houses, Barepot sits on the banks of the River Derwent, offering a quaint residential atmosphere. While it lacks direct transport links, residents enjoy convenient access to the centre of Workington, just a short 5- to 10-minute walk away, making it an appealing option for those considering planning applications in the vicinity.
District: Workington
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Area Information
- Admin district: Cumberland
- Parliamentary constituency: Whitehaven and Workington
- LSOA: Allerdale 009D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Barepot.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Barepot.
- 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 Barepot based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
148 planning applications found near Barepot.
- - The Orchard, Barepot, Workington, CA14 1JN
New garage
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Allerdale | Date: 2026-06-23
View full details - - 24 Princess Avenue, Seaton, Workington CA14 1DH
Single storey rear and side extensions
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Allerdale | Date: 2026-05-20
View full details - - Derwent Croft, Barepot, Workington CA14 1JN
Proposed single storey rear swimming pool extension and internal alterations
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Allerdale | Date: 2026-04-20
View full details - - 3 River View, Stainburn, Workington CA14 1SR
Single-storey side extension and external rendered insulation to the existing building
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Allerdale | Date: 2026-03-02
View full details - - 34 Coronation Avenue, Seaton, Workington, CA14 1DW
Single Storey Rear Extension with decking area
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Allerdale | Date: 2026-01-12
View full details - - 24 Princess Avenue, Seaton, Workington CA14 1DH
Single storey rear and side extensions
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Allerdale | Date: 2025-10-24
View full details - - Stilecroft Residential Care Home, 51 Stainburn Road, Stainburn Workington CA14 1SS
T1: Norway Maple - Remove limb and reduce back to within 3ft of natural stem and removal of dead wood T2: Beech - Side prune, reduction of limb length up to 2.5m, crown lift to 5.2m
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Allerdale | Date: 2025-09-29
View full details - - Waters Edge, Barepot Road, Barepot, CA14 1JN
Single storey side extension and two storey rear extension and internal alterations
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Allerdale | Date: 2025-06-30
View full details - - 16, Princess Avenue, Seaton, CA14 1DH
Construction of new side extension to be used as a wet room. Demolition of existing shed.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Allerdale | Date: 2025-02-26
View full details - - 15 Princess Avenue, Seaton, Workington, CA14 1DH
Front, rear and side extensions
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Allerdale | Date: 2024-01-10
View full details - - Derwent Croft, Barepot, Workington CA14 1JN
Proposed side extension and internal alterations
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Allerdale | Date: 2023-12-05
View full details - - 28 Queens Avenue, Seaton, Workington, CA14 1DL
Single storey extension to the rear and side extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Allerdale | Date: 2023-10-23
View full details - - 29 Stainburn Road, Stainburn, CA14 1SW
Proposed single storey rear extension replacing existing conservatory and utility/outhouses.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Allerdale | Date: 2023-08-24
View full details - - 38 Coronation Avenue, Seaton, Workington, CA14 1DW
Proposed replacement of raised terrace area
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Allerdale | Date: 2023-07-18
View full details - - 2 Queens Avenue, Seaton, Workington, CA14 1DN
Lifting height of roof to existing side extension, front porch and rear decking area
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Allerdale | Date: 2023-03-22
View full details - - 11 Calva Road, Seaton, Workington, CA14 1DF
Demolition of existing garage and build new two storey side extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Allerdale | Date: 2022-06-22
View full details - - 4 Kings Avenue, Seaton, Workington, CA14 1DR
New front extension to form ground floor shower room
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Allerdale | Date: 2022-04-25
View full details - - 13 Queens Avenue, Seaton, Workington, CA14 1DL
Two storey extension to side with single storey to rear with detached garden room in rear garden
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Allerdale | Date: 2022-01-13
View full details - - 31 Calva Park, Seaton, Workington, CA14 1DX
Proposed new fence, decking and summer house
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Allerdale | Date: 2021-10-25
View full details - - Bramble How, 49 Seaton Road, Seaton, Workington, CA14 1DZ
Compliance with conditions 5 (surface water), 6 (access road), 8 (visibility splays), 9 (access road), 10 (surface water), 12 (boundaries), 13 (materials), 14 (landscaping), 15 (RAMS) and 16 (desk top
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Allerdale | Date: 2021-04-20
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A brief summary of Barepot in Cumbria
Barepot is a small village located in Cumbria, England, and is part of the expanding Workington area along with Seaton. With approximately 70 houses, Barepot sits on the banks of the River Derwent, offering a quaint residential atmosphere. While it lacks direct transport links, residents enjoy convenient access to the centre of Workington, just a short 5- to 10-minute walk away, making it an appealing option for those considering planning applications in the vicinity. It sits within the Workington district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Barepot a particularly low-crime area.
Barepot has one conservation area within its boundaries: Portland Square, Workington. 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 Barepot includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Derwent and Tributaries SSSI; 8 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): River Derwent & Bassenthwaite Lake. 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, Barepot 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 Barepot
In the last 24 months, 46 planning applications were submitted near Barepot. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 77 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Barepot may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision period of 77 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Barepot were full planning applications (24), discharge of conditions (10), tree works (8). Full planning applications account for 52% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 11 medium-scale applications, 34 smaller schemes were submitted.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 32 applications
- Refused: 0 applications
- Withdrawn: 2 applications
- Awaiting decision: 12 applications
Nearby Towns
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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.