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Planning in Stainburn

Approved
90%
18 of 18 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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About Stainburn

Stainburn is a settlement located approximately 7 miles from Whitehaven, now part of the parish of Workington in Cumbria, England. As of 2018, it had an estimated population of 1,705 residents, reflecting its small but stable community. The area was previously situated along the A66 road until its bypass in December 2002, which may influence current planning considerations and infrastructure developments. It sits within the Allerdale district.

Property prices in Stainburn show an average sale price of £179,920, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Stainburn 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 Stainburn a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Stainburn has 11 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Stainburn 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 Stainburn, 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, 22 planning applications were submitted near Stainburn. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 68 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (9), discharge of conditions (6), tree works (4). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Stainburn?
In the last 24 months, 22 planning applications were submitted near Stainburn. The approval rate is 90%.
How long do planning decisions take near Stainburn?
The average planning decision time near Stainburn is 68 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 Stainburn?
The planning approval rate near Stainburn is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Stainburn?
The most common type of planning application near Stainburn is full planning applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Stainburn?
You can search and track planning applications near Stainburn on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.