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Planning in Portinscale

Approved
76%
19 of 23 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

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

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About Portinscale

Portinscale is a charming village nestled in Cumbria, England, located just 1.5 miles from Keswick and adjacent to the picturesque western shore of Derwentwater within the Lake District National Park. This scenic setting makes it an attractive area for potential planning applications, particularly in tourism and residential development. It sits within the Above Derwent district.

Property prices in Portinscale show an average sale price of £390,452, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Portinscale 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 Portinscale a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Portinscale has 8 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Portinscale 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 Portinscale, 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, 32 planning applications were submitted near Portinscale. Of these, 76% were approved, with an average decision time of 79 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (17), outline applications (3), tree works (2).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Portinscale?
In the last 24 months, 32 planning applications were submitted near Portinscale. The approval rate is 76%.
How long do planning decisions take near Portinscale?
The average planning decision time near Portinscale is 79 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 Portinscale?
The planning approval rate near Portinscale is 76%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Portinscale?
The most common type of planning application near Portinscale is full planning applications, with 17 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Portinscale?
You can search and track planning applications near Portinscale on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.