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Planning in Kearstwick

Approved
86%
54 of 62 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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Around Kearstwick

Postcode districts

LA6 286 applications in the last 12 monthsLA2 414 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Westmorland and Furness Council

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About Kearstwick

Kearstwick is a settlement located in Cumbria, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Kearstwick 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 Kearstwick a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Kearstwick has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Kearstwick 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Kearstwick, 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, 81 planning applications were submitted near Kearstwick. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 73 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (22), discharge of conditions (15), tree works (13).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Kearstwick?
In the last 24 months, 81 planning applications were submitted near Kearstwick. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near Kearstwick?
The average planning decision time near Kearstwick is 73 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 Kearstwick?
The planning approval rate near Kearstwick is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Kearstwick?
The most common type of planning application near Kearstwick is full planning applications, with 22 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Kearstwick?
You can search and track planning applications near Kearstwick on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.