Benfieldside, County Durham Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Benfieldside, County Durham.
County Durham · England · settlement
Planning applications in Benfieldside are administered by Darlington Borough Council. View the full Darlington Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Benfieldside
Benfieldside is a notable settlement in County Durham, England, situated just north of Consett. While it lacks the status of an independent village, it is recognized by local signage and encompasses key landmarks such as Benfieldside Road, a school, and a church dedicated to St. Cuthbert. Although its post office has closed, residents can access postal services in the nearby village of Shotley Bridge. This area's connections to Consett make it a relevant consideration for those researching planning applications within the region.
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Area Information
- Admin district: County Durham
- Parliamentary constituency: Blaydon and Consett
- LSOA: County Durham 012E
Crime Statistics
46 crimes reported in 2026-03.
Crime Breakdown
- violent-crime: 17
- anti-social-behaviour: 11
- other-theft: 4
- vehicle-crime: 4
- burglary: 3
- public-order: 3
- criminal-damage-arson: 2
- other-crime: 2
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Benfieldside.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Benfieldside.
- 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 Benfieldside based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
183 planning applications found near Benfieldside.
- - Church Lodge Church Bank Shotley Bridge Consett DH8 0NW
Lawful Development Certificate for the erection of a 1.0m high stone wall to front of property.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Durham | Date: 2026-06-03
View full details - DM/26/01415/CPO - Church Lodge Church Bank Shotley Bridge Consett DH8 0NW
Lawful Development Certificate for the erection of a 1.0m high stone wall to front of property.
Status: Undecided | Council: Durham | Date: 2026-06-03 - - 183 Benfieldside Road Benfieldside Consett DH8 0RB
Single storey side extension to existing dwelling plus replacement double garage
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2026-03-31
View full details - - 30A Queens Road Blackhill Consett DH8 0BL
Single and two storey extension to side of dwelling
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2026-01-22
View full details - - Kaydar 5 - 7 Snows Green Road Shotley Bridge Consett DH8 0HD
Change of use of former care home (C2) to 2no. dwellinghouses (C3) including fenestration alterations
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2026-01-09
View full details - - 137 Benfieldside Road Benfieldside Consett DH8 0RN
Fell diseased and defective Beech tree to ground level. - Section 211 notice
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Durham | Date: 2025-12-04
View full details - - 2 Briarside Blackhill Consett DH8 0AS
Single storey rear/side extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2025-11-03
View full details - - 131 Benfieldside Road Benfieldside Consett DH8 0RR
Prune back overhang by 3m, pruning to include additional/selective branch reductions and reshaping within the 3m specified to maintain the trees natural form and symmetry. Remove visible deadwood as r
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Durham | Date: 2025-10-02
View full details - - Land To The West Of 38 Queensway Benfieldside DH8 0RZ
Crown reduction of two Sycamore trees - TPO-DER-011
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Durham | Date: 2025-10-02
View full details - - 53 Ritsons Road Blackhill Consett DH8 0AL
Certificate of Lawfulness for proposed single storey side extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Durham | Date: 2025-10-01
View full details - - The Bungalow Woodlands Crescent Shotley Bridge Consett DH8 0DG
Extension to existing bungalow and additional works including replacement fencing, new walling and extended driveway.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2025-09-04
View full details - - Land To The South Of 131 Benfieldside Road Benfieldside DH8 0RR
Crown raising to 7.5m to the three Sycamore trees closest to 3 Queensway - Section 211 notice
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Durham | Date: 2025-07-25
View full details - - 4 Queensway Benfieldside Consett DH8 0RU
SIngle storey rear extension, widening of driveway and dropped access kerb to highway
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2025-07-22
View full details - - 52 Cutlers Hall Road Benfieldside Consett DH8 8RE
Front porch
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2025-07-16
View full details - - 48 Ritsons Road Blackhill Consett DH8 0AL
Retention of raised hardstand driveway to front.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2025-06-11
View full details - - The Old Methodist Church Front Street Shotley Bridge Consett DH8 0HQ
Felling of one Yew and Laburnum / Laurel tree to north of property. - Section 211 notice
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Durham | Date: 2025-02-03
View full details - - 17 Snows Green Road Shotley Bridge Consett DH8 0HD
Installation of EV charger and associated cabling, to be fixed to outer surface of existing stone walling.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2025-01-15
View full details - - Public Park South Of 58 Benfieldside Road Benfieldside DH8 0SD
Erection of shed (storage, shelter and toileting facilities to support use as Community Garden)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2024-08-20
View full details - - 16 Derwent Dale Benfieldside Consett DH8 0HZ
Single storey rear extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2024-06-17
View full details - - 4 Kings Road Blackhill Consett DH8 0AH
Single storey side and rear extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2024-05-22
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A brief summary of Benfieldside in County Durham
Benfieldside is a notable settlement in County Durham, England, situated just north of Consett. While it lacks the status of an independent village, it is recognized by local signage and encompasses key landmarks such as Benfieldside Road, a school, and a church dedicated to St. Cuthbert. Although its post office has closed, residents can access postal services in the nearby village of Shotley Bridge. This area's connections to Consett make it a relevant consideration for those researching planning applications within the region.
The Benfieldside area recorded 46 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.
Benfieldside has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Shotley, Blackhill, Shotley Bridge. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Benfieldside includes 5 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 Benfieldside
In the last 24 months, 49 planning applications were submitted near Benfieldside. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 69 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Benfieldside may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
At 69 days on average, decisions near Benfieldside slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Benfieldside were full planning applications (25), tree works (17), discharge of conditions (4). Full planning applications account for 51% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 26 applications
- Refused: 0 applications
- Awaiting decision: 23 applications
Nearby Towns
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.