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1 application on record · within 1 km of the centre of Waitby · updated daily · Westmorland and Furness Council

Planning in Waitby

Only 1 decision near Waitby in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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Around Waitby

Postcode districts

CA17 52 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Westmorland and Furness Council

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About Waitby

Waitby is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Westmorland and Furness Unitary Authority of Cumbria, England. It encompasses the villages of Waitby and Smardale, along with several small hamlets, and is situated in a predominantly agricultural area at elevations of 200–300m, rising towards Smardale Fell in the south. With a small population of fewer than 100 residents as per the 2011 Census, the parish is bordered by several others, including Ravenstonedale to the south and Crosby Garrett to the west, making it an interesting area for those exploring planning applications and local development opportunities. The settlement has a population of approximately 66 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Eden district.

Property prices in Waitby show an average sale price of £310,070, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Waitby 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 Waitby a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Waitby 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 Waitby, 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, 1 planning application was submitted near Waitby.

The most common types were listed building and heritage (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Waitby?
In the last 24 months, 1 planning application was submitted near Waitby.
What types of planning applications are most common near Waitby?
The most common type of planning application near Waitby is listed building consent applications, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Waitby?
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