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Planning in Bigrigg

Approved
79%
11 of 12 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Bigrigg in the last 24 months, from Cumberland Council's planning register.

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About Bigrigg

Bigrigg is a village located within the civil parish of Egremont, in the Cumberland district of Cumbria, England. Historically part of Cumberland until 1974, it was then incorporated into the Copeland district until 2023, making it an area of interest for planning applications and developments within the region. It sits within the Egremont district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Bigrigg 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 (September 2026). This makes Bigrigg a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Bigrigg has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bigrigg 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 Bigrigg, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Bigrigg. Of these, 79% were approved, with an average decision time of 80 days.

The most common types were outline applications (4), discharge of conditions (4), full planning applications (1). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Bigrigg?
In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Bigrigg. The approval rate is 79%.
How long do planning decisions take near Bigrigg?
The average planning decision time near Bigrigg is 80 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.
What is the planning approval rate near Bigrigg?
The planning approval rate near Bigrigg is 79%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Bigrigg?
The most common type of planning application near Bigrigg is outline applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Bigrigg?
You can search and track planning applications near Bigrigg on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.