Search Wigton planning applications

29 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Wigton · updated daily · Cumberland Council

Only 7 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 29 · received or decided in the last 12 months

Throstle Nest Inn, King Street, Wigton, CA7 9EPAwaiting decisionReplace existing front wooden windows and doors to front of building with plastic bifold windows and double doors, with the creation of new rear door into beer garden.Full planning permissionReceived 8 Oct 2026FUL/2026/0121
Nelson Thomlinson School, Lowmoor Road, Wigton, CA7 9PXApprovedTree 80 - Beech - Remove snapped hung up branch in crown Tree 94 - Oak - Remove deadwood Tree 95 - Oak - Remove deadwood. Remove snapped hung up branch in crown. Crown reduce by 20% Tree 96 - Oak - Remove deadwood Tree 124 - Robinia - Remove tree Tree 129 - Poplar - Remove snapped hung up branch in crown Tree 136 - Poplar - Remove branch which is splitting at union Tree 156 - Oak - Remove deadwood. Remove snapped hung up branch. Crown reduce by 20%Works to Trees in a conservation areaReceived 17 Sep 2026Decided 23 Oct 2026CAT/2026/0021
14, High Street, Wigton, CA7 9NJAwaiting decisionChange of Use from former bank to two class E shops and three flatsFull planning permissionReceived 2 Sep 2026FUL/2026/0120
St Cuthberts School, East End, Wigton, CA7 9HZApprovedProposed works to trees listed on Tree Survey.Consent under Tree Preservation OrderReceived 27 Aug 2026Decided 25 Sep 2026CAT/2026/0018
Mount Pleasant House, South End, Wigton CA7 9JYApprovedErection of a car portHouseholder planning permissionReceived 8 Jul 2026Decided 20 Aug 2026HOU/2026/0101

Planning in Wigton

Approved: 93%; 37 of 39 decided
Decision time: about 13 weeks; on average

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

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Around Wigton

Postcode districts

CA7 233 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Nearby towns and villages

Planning authority: Cumberland Council

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About Wigton

Wigton is a market town located in the Cumberland district of Cumbria, England, situated just outside the scenic Lake District. Nestled in the Solway Plain between the Caldbeck Fells and the Solway coast, Wigton benefits from good transport links via Wigton railway station on the Cumbrian Coast Line and the A596 road leading to Workington. The nearby town of Silloth-on-Solway is approximately 12 miles to the west, making Wigton an accessible hub for planning applications in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 6,013 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Allerdale district.

Property prices in Wigton show an average sale price of £205,290, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Wigton 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 Wigton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Wigton 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 Wigton, 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, 47 planning applications were submitted near Wigton. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 88 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (23), outline applications (7), tree works (5). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Wigton?

In the last 24 months, 47 planning applications were submitted near Wigton. The approval rate is 93%.

How long do planning decisions take near Wigton?

The average planning decision time near Wigton is 88 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 Wigton?

The planning approval rate near Wigton is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Wigton?

The most common type of planning application near Wigton is full planning applications, with 23 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Wigton?

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