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Planning in Heathwaite

Approved
83%
50 of 56 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Heathwaite in the last 24 months, from Westmorland and Furness Council's planning register.

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About Heathwaite

Heathwaite, located in Cumbria, is notable for its connection to environmental science through the work of Louise Heathwaite, a Distinguished Professor at Lancaster University. As a hydrochemist, she focuses on addressing diffuse environmental pollution, particularly concerning the movement of nitrogen and phosphorus from agricultural areas into waterways. This research is crucial for local planning applications related to environmental impact and sustainable development in the region.

Property prices in Heathwaite show an average sale price of £469,300, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Heathwaite 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 (February 2026). This makes Heathwaite a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Heathwaite has 7 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Heathwaite 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 Heathwaite, 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, 72 planning applications were submitted near Heathwaite. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 68 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (30), tree works (19), amendments (5). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Heathwaite?
In the last 24 months, 72 planning applications were submitted near Heathwaite. The approval rate is 83%.
How long do planning decisions take near Heathwaite?
The average planning decision time near Heathwaite is 68 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 Heathwaite?
The planning approval rate near Heathwaite is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Heathwaite?
The most common type of planning application near Heathwaite is full planning applications, with 30 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Heathwaite?
You can search and track planning applications near Heathwaite on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.