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Planning in Great Crosthwaite

Approved
87%
26 of 28 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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About Great Crosthwaite

Great Crosthwaite is a charming suburb located in Keswick, within the picturesque Lake District of Cumbria, England. This area offers a blend of rural beauty and community living, making it a noteworthy consideration for planning applications in a scenic and historically rich region. It sits within the Keswick district.

Property prices in Great Crosthwaite show an average sale price of £390,452, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Great Crosthwaite 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 Great Crosthwaite a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Great Crosthwaite has 16 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Great Crosthwaite 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 Great Crosthwaite, 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, 40 planning applications were submitted near Great Crosthwaite. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 71 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (15), tree works (10), outline applications (3).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Great Crosthwaite?
In the last 24 months, 40 planning applications were submitted near Great Crosthwaite. The approval rate is 87%.
How long do planning decisions take near Great Crosthwaite?
The average planning decision time near Great Crosthwaite is 71 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 Great Crosthwaite?
The planning approval rate near Great Crosthwaite is 87%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Great Crosthwaite?
The most common type of planning application near Great Crosthwaite is full planning applications, with 15 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Great Crosthwaite?
You can search and track planning applications near Great Crosthwaite on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.