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Planning in Maryport

Approved
95%
18 of 18 decided
Decision time
about 18 weeks
on average

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

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Around Maryport

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About Maryport

Maryport, located in the Cumberland district of Cumbria, England, is a coastal town on the Solway Firth, approximately 5 miles from the Lake District National Park. Developed in the mid-18th century around a newly constructed harbour at the River Ellen, the town is rich in history, notably as the site of the Roman settlement of Alauna. The civil parish also encompasses the village of Flimby, and as of the 2021 census, Maryport had a population of 8,525 within its built-up area and 10,865 in the parish, making it a significant locality for planning applications in the region.

Property prices in Maryport show an average sale price of £174,400, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Maryport 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 Maryport a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Maryport has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Maryport 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 Maryport, 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, 24 planning applications were submitted near Maryport. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 123 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (11), outline applications (3), listed building and heritage (3).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Maryport?
In the last 24 months, 24 planning applications were submitted near Maryport. The approval rate is 95%.
How long do planning decisions take near Maryport?
The average planning decision time near Maryport is 123 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 Maryport?
The planning approval rate near Maryport is 95%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Maryport?
The most common type of planning application near Maryport is full planning applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Maryport?
You can search and track planning applications near Maryport on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.