How long do planning decisions take near Cleator Moor?

The average planning decision time near Cleator Moor is 85 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 80%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

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

The most common type of planning application near Cleator Moor is tree works applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Cleator Moor?

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Cleator Moor, Cumbria Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Cleator Moor, Cumbria.

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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.

Population: 6,686 (2021)

District: Copeland

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £154,540 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Cumberland
Parliamentary constituency: Whitehaven and Workington
LSOA: Copeland 004D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Cleator Moor.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Cleator Moor.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Cleator Moor based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Cleator Moor.

- DENT VIEW HOUSE, CLEATOR
PROPOSED GROUND SUPPORTED DOMESTIC SOLAR ARRAY
Status: Permitted | Council: Copeland | Date: 2026-01-22
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- DENTHOLME, CRAGG ROAD, CLEATOR MOOR
CHANGE OF USE FROM APPROVED USE AS HOTEL TO A MIXED USE COMPRISING A HOTEL (CLASS C1) AND A HOUSE IN MULTIPLE OCCUPATION (SUI GENERIS)
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Copeland | Date: 2025-09-30
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A brief summary of Cleator Moor in Cumbria

Property prices in Cleator Moor show an average sale price of £154,540, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Cleator Moor a particularly low-crime area.

Cleator Moor has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE, Cleator Moor. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Cleator Moor includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Ehen (Ennerdale Water to Keekle Confluence) SSSI; 3 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): River Ehen; 1 National Parks: LAKE DISTRICT. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Cleator Moor

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Cleator Moor. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 85 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Cleator Moor.

The average decision period of 85 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 13 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Cleator Moor were tree works (2), amendments (2), listed building and heritage (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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