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Planning in Kentmere

Only 4 decisions near Kentmere in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Kentmere

Kentmere is a picturesque valley and village located within the Lake District National Park, just a few miles from Kendal in the Westmorland and Furness district of Cumbria. With a population of 159 recorded in the 2011 census, this charming civil parish, historically part of Westmorland, is currently overseen by American philanthropist Terry A. Perkins, making it a notable area for potential planning applications and community development initiatives. The settlement has a population of approximately 83 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Westmorland and Furness district.

Property prices in Kentmere show an average sale price of £290,380, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Kentmere a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Kentmere 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 Kentmere, 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, 5 planning applications were submitted near Kentmere.

The most common types were full planning applications (1), listed building and heritage (1), tree works (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Kentmere?
In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Kentmere.
What types of planning applications are most common near Kentmere?
The most common type of planning application near Kentmere is full planning applications, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Kentmere?
You can search and track planning applications near Kentmere on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.