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Planning in St Bees

Only 8 decisions near St Bees in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About St Bees

St Bees is a picturesque coastal village and civil parish located in the Cumberland district of Cumbria, England, along the scenic Irish Sea. Known for its natural beauty and historical significance, it offers a unique setting for potential planning applications in residential and commercial development. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,711 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Copeland district.

Property prices in St Bees show an average sale price of £249,631, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the St Bees 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 (February 2026). This makes St Bees a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around St Bees has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, St Bees 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 St Bees, 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, 12 planning applications were submitted near St Bees.

The most common types were tree works (3), amendments (2), outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near St Bees?
In the last 24 months, 12 planning applications were submitted near St Bees.
What types of planning applications are most common near St Bees?
The most common type of planning application near St Bees is tree works applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near St Bees?
You can search and track planning applications near St Bees on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.