How long do planning decisions take near Bedburn?

The average planning decision time near Bedburn is 78 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 Bedburn?

The planning approval rate near Bedburn is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Bedburn?

The most common type of planning application near Bedburn is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Bedburn?

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Bedburn, County Durham Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bedburn, County Durham.

County Durham · England · settlement

Planning applications in Bedburn are administered by Darlington Borough Council. View the full Darlington Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Bedburn

Bedburn is a quaint village located in County Durham, within the civil parish of South Bedburn, close to Hamsterley and the expansive Hamsterley Forest. The village is situated alongside the Bedburn Beck, a tributary of the River Wear. As of the 2011 census, the population of South Bedburn parish was recorded at 171, providing a small but vibrant community that may be relevant for planning applications in the area.

Population: 171

District: South Bedburn

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Area Information

Admin district: County Durham
Parliamentary constituency: Bishop Auckland
LSOA: County Durham 064G

Crime Statistics

1 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

vehicle-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Bedburn.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Bedburn.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Bedburn based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Bedburn in County Durham

Neighbourhood safety in Bedburn is generally good, with just 1 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Bedburn includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Bedburn

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Bedburn. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 78 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Bedburn may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision period of 78 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Bedburn were full planning applications (2), discharge of conditions (2), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 40% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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