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Planning in Raise

Only 9 decisions near Raise in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Raise

Alston Moor, located in the Westmorland and Furness district of Cumbria, encompasses the town of Alston and the surrounding villages of Garrigill and Nenthead, along with several hamlets including Raise. Nestled in the North Pennines, this civil parish sits predominantly above 1,000 feet, boasting a population of 2,088 as of the 2011 census. As part of the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, it offers stunning landscapes that may influence planning applications within the region.

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

The area around Raise has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Raise 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 Raise, 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, 16 planning applications were submitted near Raise.

The most common types were full planning applications (6), discharge of conditions (3), tree works (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Raise?
In the last 24 months, 16 planning applications were submitted near Raise.
What types of planning applications are most common near Raise?
The most common type of planning application near Raise is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Raise?
You can search and track planning applications near Raise on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.