Cockermouth, Cumbria Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Cockermouth, Cumbria.
Cumbria · England · Town
Planning applications in Cockermouth are administered by Cumberland Council. View the full Cumberland Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
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.
Population: 8,847 (2021)
District: Allerdale
Website: http://www.cockermouth.org.uk
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £259,470 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Cumberland
- Parliamentary constituency: Penrith and Solway
- LSOA: Allerdale 006B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Cockermouth.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Cockermouth.
- 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 Cockermouth based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
26 planning applications found near Cockermouth.
- - 31 Wordsworth Terrace, Cockermouth CA13 9AH
Replacement of windows to front elevation with timber double-glazed sliding sash.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Allerdale | Date: 2026-07-09
View full details - - 24, Market Place, Cockermouth, CA13 9NQ
Change of Use from a retail beer shop (Use Class E) to a mixed use drinking establishment (sui generis) and retail beer shop (Use Class E).
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Allerdale | Date: 2026-06-30
View full details - - 30, Main Street, Cockermouth, CA13 9LQ
Proposed installation of 10 AC condenser units to side alley.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Allerdale | Date: 2026-06-26
View full details - - 30, Main Street, Cockermouth, CA13 9LQ
Proposed fascia sign and hanging sign to shopfront elevation.
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: Allerdale | Date: 2026-06-24
View full details - - 36 St Helens Street, Cockermouth CA13 9HX
Removal of dangerous chimney stack to roof line, re-roof and replacing of front windows to upvc sash (Retrospective)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Allerdale | Date: 2026-06-22
View full details - - Red Sorrell, Tweed Mill Lane, Cockermouth, CA13 9DE
Side extension and repositioned retaining wall.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Allerdale | Date: 2026-06-09
View full details - - Former Lakes Electrical Supplies, Station Road, Cockermouth CA13 9PZ
Change of use from a retail space (Class E) to a storage/warehouse unit (Class B8) and install bollards to car park
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Allerdale | Date: 2026-06-02
View full details - - 69 Windmill Lane, Cockermouth, CA13 9AX
Rear single storey extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Allerdale | Date: 2026-04-13
View full details - - Thaineville, Lorton Road, Cockermouth CA13 9DF
Proposed ground and first floor extensions
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Allerdale | Date: 2026-04-10
View full details - - 4 Station Street, Cockermouth CA13 9QW
Variation of Condition 4 (opening hours) on application FUL/2023/0151 (change of use from Class E to hot food takeaway Sui Generis)
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Allerdale | Date: 2026-04-09
View full details - - Bank House, 22 Market Place, Cockermouth CA13 9NQ
Repair of second-floor sliding sash windows and replace of first-floor casement windows with traditional sliding sash.
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Allerdale | Date: 2026-03-25
View full details - - Fellbeck House, Tweed Mill Lane, Cockermouth CA13 9DE
Two storey side extension, rear and front dormer windows and attached garage
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Allerdale | Date: 2026-03-03
View full details - - 17 Black Bull Inn, Main Street, Cockermouth CA13 9LE
Listed building consent for external and internal alterations including replacement flat roof to rear incorporating two skylights. New resin-bond flooring to beer garden, extending partially into the
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Allerdale | Date: 2026-01-21
View full details - - Fletcher House, South Street, Cockermouth, CA13 9QP
Erection of retractable sun canopy
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Allerdale | Date: 2026-01-13
View full details - - 17 Black Bull Inn, Main Street, Cockermouth CA13 9LE
Replacement flat roof to rear incorporating two skylights. New resin-bond flooring to beer garden, extending partially into the car park. The removal of low-level planters and wall sections as well as
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Allerdale | Date: 2026-01-13
View full details - - 7 Station House, The Sidings, Cockermouth CA13 9FR
Conservatory extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Allerdale | Date: 2025-12-12
View full details - - 46 Market Place, Cockermouth, CA13 9NG
Change of Use from Class E to 'sui generis'
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Allerdale | Date: 2025-12-10
View full details - - 2 Culgarth Avenue, Cockermouth CA13 9PL
Erection of new front porch and extended driveway
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Allerdale | Date: 2025-12-09
View full details - - Rubby Banks House, Rubby Banks Road, Cockermouth, CA13 0DT
Proposed detached self build dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Allerdale | Date: 2025-11-03
View full details - - Friends Meeting House, Kirkgate, Cockermouth, CA13 9PH
T 1 - Lime - Re pollard. T2 - Lime - Re pollard.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Allerdale | Date: 2025-10-23
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A brief summary of Cockermouth in Cumbria
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 £259,470, 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 Cockermouth a particularly low-crime area.
Cockermouth has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Cockermouth, Papcastle, No data available for publication by HE. 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 Cockermouth includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Derwent and Tributaries SSSI; 9 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): River Derwent & Bassenthwaite Lake; 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Cockermouth planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.cockermouth.org.uk. 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.
Planning Activity in Cockermouth
In the last 24 months, 55 planning applications were submitted near Cockermouth. Of these, 96% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Cockermouth may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 54 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Cockermouth were full planning applications (25), tree works (13), listed building and heritage (8). Full planning applications account for 45% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 11 medium-scale applications, 43 smaller schemes were submitted. The absence of major applications suggests the area is primarily characterised by smaller-scale improvements and extensions rather than large new developments.
1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 25 applications
- Refused: 0 applications
- Withdrawn: 1 application
- Awaiting decision: 29 applications
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- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.