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Planning in Brough

Only 6 decisions near Brough in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Brough in the last 24 months, from Westmorland and Furness Council's planning register.

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About Brough

Brough, also known as Brough under Stainmore, is a village and civil parish in Cumbria, located on the A66 trans-Pennine road near the western fringe of the Pennines. It lies approximately 8 miles southeast of Appleby-in-Westmorland and 5 miles northeast of Kirkby Stephen, making it a key location for planning applications in this historic area of Westmorland and Furness. With its proximity to major roads and local amenities, Brough presents various opportunities for development and community projects. The settlement has a population of approximately 819 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Eden district.

Property prices in Brough show an average sale price of £256,039, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Brough 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 Brough a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Brough has 12 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Brough 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Brough, 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, 8 planning applications were submitted near Brough.

The most common types were full planning applications (4), outline applications (1), tree works (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Brough?
In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Brough.
What types of planning applications are most common near Brough?
The most common type of planning application near Brough is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Brough?
You can search and track planning applications near Brough on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.