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Planning in Martindale

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About Martindale

Martindale is a picturesque valley, village, and civil parish located in Westmorland and Furness, England, within the stunning Lake District National Park. Nestled between Ullswater and Haweswater, it is accessible via a narrow minor road that begins at Howtown, a nearby hamlet on Ullswater's shores, and winds over a mountain pass to reach the valley. This unique setting offers potential planning opportunities, particularly for developments that align with the area's natural beauty and conservation efforts. The settlement has a population of approximately 38 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Eden district.

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

The area around Martindale has 9 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Martindale 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 Martindale, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.