Search Cleator Moor planning applications

27 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Cleator Moor · updated daily · Cumberland Council

Only 6 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 27 · received or decided in the last 12 months

Former Spida Site, Leconfield Industrial Estate, Cleator MoorAwaiting decisionDISCHARGE OF CONDITIONS 3, 4, 5, 9, 10 AND 11 OF PLANNING APPROVAL 4/26/2132/0F1Received 30 Sep 20264/26/2299/DOC
Plots 9 & 12 Leconfield Industrial Estate, Cleator MoorApprovedDISCHARGE OF CONDITION 19 OF PLANNING APPLICATION 4/25/2411/0F1Received 2 Sep 2026Decided 9 Oct 20264/26/2276/DOC
Land To The South Of Bowthorn Road, Cleator MoorOUTLINE PLANNING PERMISSION FOR THE ERECTION OF ONE SELF BUILD DETACHED DWELLING (USE CLASS C3), WITH FULL DETAILS OF ACCESS AND ALL OTHER MATTERS RESERVEDOutlineReceived 28 Jul 20264/26/2240/0O1
Ainfield, Jacktrees Road, Cleator MoorPROPOSED SINGLE STOREY SIDE & REAR DOMESTIC EXTENSIONReceived 23 Jul 20264/26/2235/0F1
5-6 High Street, Cleator MoorApprovedROOF ALTERATION AND EXTENSION TO CREATE 1X RESIDENTIAL APARTMENT, USE CLASS CReceived 10 Jul 2026Decided 14 Sep 20264/26/2222/0F1

Planning in Cleator Moor

Approved: 91%; 10 of 10 decided
Decision time: about 11 weeks; on average

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

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About Cleator Moor

Cleator Moor is a town and civil parish located in the Cumberland district of Cumbria, England, and was established during the 19th-century Industrial Revolution as a hub for mining and the iron industry. Originally known as Cleator, the area experienced significant growth due to an influx of Irish immigrants, earning it the nickname "Little Ireland." Officially renamed Cleator Moor in 1934, it has since become the principal settlement of the parish, with Cleator village now integrated into its urban area. This historical context may inform planning applications and developments in the region. The town has a population of approximately 6,686 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Copeland district.

Property prices in Cleator Moor show an average sale price of £157,857, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Cleator Moor 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 Cleator Moor a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Cleator Moor 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 Cleator Moor, 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, 27 planning applications were submitted near Cleator Moor. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 80 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (4), amendments (4), full planning applications (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Cleator Moor?

In the last 24 months, 27 planning applications were submitted near Cleator Moor. The approval rate is 91%.

How long do planning decisions take near Cleator Moor?

The average planning decision time near Cleator Moor 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 Cleator Moor?

The planning approval rate near Cleator Moor is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Cleator Moor?

The most common type of planning application near Cleator Moor is discharge of conditions, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Cleator Moor?

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