Skip to content

Planning in Braithwaite

Approved
100%
21 of 21 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

Decided by Cumberland CouncilCouncil page

Around Braithwaite

For home projects and trades

About Braithwaite

Braithwaite is a picturesque village located in the northern Lake District of Cumbria, England, nestled between Keswick and the Grisedale Pike ridge. As part of the civil parish of Above Derwent, it offers a unique blend of scenic beauty and local heritage, making it a noteworthy area for potential planning applications and developments. It sits within the Above Derwent district.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Braithwaite a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Braithwaite has 9 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Braithwaite 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 Braithwaite, 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, 26 planning applications were submitted near Braithwaite. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (11), discharge of conditions (5), other applications (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Braithwaite?
In the last 24 months, 26 planning applications were submitted near Braithwaite. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Braithwaite?
The average planning decision time near Braithwaite is 59 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 Braithwaite?
The planning approval rate near Braithwaite is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Braithwaite?
The most common type of planning application near Braithwaite is full planning applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Braithwaite?
You can search and track planning applications near Braithwaite on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.