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Planning in Egremont

Approved
95%
19 of 19 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

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

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Around Egremont

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About Egremont

Egremont is a market town and civil parish located in the Cumberland district of Cumbria, England, just outside the Lake District National Park. Situated five miles south of Whitehaven along the River Ehen, the parish encompasses the villages of Bigrigg and Moor Row, making it a key area for planning applications and development opportunities in the region. The town has a population of approximately 7,735 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Copeland district.

Property prices in Egremont show an average sale price of £132,499, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Egremont 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 (May 2026). This makes Egremont a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Egremont has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Egremont 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 Egremont, 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, 38 planning applications were submitted near Egremont. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 85 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (6), amendments (5), other applications (5).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Egremont?
In the last 24 months, 38 planning applications were submitted near Egremont. The approval rate is 95%.
How long do planning decisions take near Egremont?
The average planning decision time near Egremont 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 Egremont?
The planning approval rate near Egremont is 95%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Egremont?
The most common type of planning application near Egremont is discharge of conditions, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Egremont?
You can search and track planning applications near Egremont on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.