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Planning in Bedburn

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

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Bedburn in the last 24 months, from Durham County Council's planning register.

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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. The settlement has a population of approximately 171. It sits within the South Bedburn district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Bedburn 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 (September 2026). This makes Bedburn a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Bedburn has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bedburn 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Bedburn, 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, 6 planning applications were submitted near Bedburn.

The most common types were full planning applications (1), discharge of conditions (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Bedburn?
In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Bedburn.
What types of planning applications are most common near Bedburn?
The most common type of planning application near Bedburn is full planning applications, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Bedburn?
You can search and track planning applications near Bedburn on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.