Search Cockermouth planning applications

21 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Cockermouth · updated daily · Cumberland Council

Showing 1 to 5 of 21 · received or decided in the last 90 days

5c Castlegate, Cockermouth, CA13 9EUAwaiting decisionListed building consent to form an internal stud wall to create an extra bedroom and relocation of internal doorsListed building consent (Alt/Ext)Received 9 Nov 2026LBC/2026/0043
29 Simonscales Lane, Cockermouth CA13 9DJAwaiting decisionErection of extension to dwellingHouseholder planning permissionReceived 27 Oct 2026HOU/2026/0147
Cockermouth School, Castlegate Drive, Cockermouth, CA13 9HFAwaiting decisionDischarge of condition 8 (continuing use) on approved application FUL/2026/0037Approval of details reserved by a conditionReceived 23 Oct 2026CON/2026/0052
2, The Croft, Cockermouth, CA13 9RFAwaiting decisionListed building consent to raise kitchen hearth and internal alterations to install double‑sided wood burning stove and associated worksListed building consent (Alt/Ext)Received 21 Oct 2026LBC/2026/0041
The Towers, Towers Lane, Cockermouth, CA13 9EBAwaiting decisionRemoval of mature Ash treeWorks to Trees in a conservation areaReceived 20 Oct 2026WTPO/2026/0025

Planning in Cockermouth

Approved: 90%; 53 of 57 decided
Decision time: about 10 weeks; on average

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

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Around Cockermouth

Postcode districts

CA13 144 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: Cumberland Council

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Application types: Rear extensionsLoft conversionsHouseholder applicationsTree works & TPOListed building consentChange of useAnnexes & granny flatsSolar panelsBarn conversionsBasement extensions

About Cockermouth

Cockermouth is a market town located in the Cumberland unitary authority area of Cumbria, England, positioned at the confluence of the River Cocker and the River Derwent. As of the 2021 census, the town had a population of 8,860, making it a key area for potential planning applications and development opportunities within the region. The town has a population of approximately 8,847 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Allerdale district.

Property prices in Cockermouth show an average sale price of £275,671, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Cockermouth 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 Cockermouth a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Cockermouth 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.cockermouth.org.uk.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Cockermouth, 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, 73 planning applications were submitted near Cockermouth. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 72 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (27), tree works (12), listed building and heritage (8).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Cockermouth?

In the last 24 months, 73 planning applications were submitted near Cockermouth. The approval rate is 90%.

How long do planning decisions take near Cockermouth?

The average planning decision time near Cockermouth is 72 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 Cockermouth?

The planning approval rate near Cockermouth is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Cockermouth?

The most common type of planning application near Cockermouth is full planning applications, with 27 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Cockermouth?

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