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Planning in Blitterlees

Only 4 decisions near Blitterlees in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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Around Blitterlees

Postcode districts

CA7 233 applications in the last 12 monthsCA5 112 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Cumberland Council

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About Blitterlees

Blitterlees is a quaint hamlet situated in the parish of Holme Low, just one mile south of Silloth in Cumbria. The B5300, known as the "coast road," traverses the area, connecting it to nearby locations such as Beckfoot, Mawbray, and Maryport. With Carlisle, Cumbria's county town, located 23 miles to the east, Blitterlees offers a blend of rural charm and accessibility for potential planning applications. It sits within the Silloth-on-Solway district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Blitterlees 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 Blitterlees a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Blitterlees has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Blitterlees 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 Blitterlees, 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, 5 planning applications were submitted near Blitterlees.

The most common types were full planning applications (3), outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Blitterlees?
In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Blitterlees.
What types of planning applications are most common near Blitterlees?
The most common type of planning application near Blitterlees is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Blitterlees?
You can search and track planning applications near Blitterlees on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.