How long do planning decisions take near Bishopton?

The average planning decision time near Bishopton is 43 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 Bishopton?

The planning approval rate near Bishopton is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Bishopton?

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

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Bishopton, County Durham Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bishopton, County Durham.

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About Bishopton

Bishopton is a village located in the borough of Darlington, County Durham, England, positioned to the west of Stockton-on-Tees. Originally a farming community, it features a long village street lined with traditional cottages and several farms, alongside a central green. At the heart of Bishopton is St Peter's Church, while the nearby hamlet of Little Stainton and the town of Great Stainton were once part of the village's parish, providing a rich historical context for planning applications in the area.

Population: 378 (2021)

District: Darlington

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Property Prices

Average property sale price: £154,624 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Stockton-on-Tees
Parliamentary constituency: Stockton West
LSOA: Stockton-on-Tees 005D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Bishopton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Bishopton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Bishopton.

- Bishopton And Redmarshall C E Primary School Cobby Castle Lane Bishopton STOCKTON-ON-TEES TS21 1HD
Notification to carry out works to trees in a designated conservation area - 1 no. Lime reduce crown by up to 1m north side, 3 no. Poplars re-pollard and 1 no. Plum crown raise 3m and reduce southern
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Darlington | Date: 2026-04-27
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- 6 And 7 Anesty Court Bishopton STOCKTON-ON-TEES TS21 1NP
Notification to carry out works to trees in a designated conservation area - 1 no. Sycamore crown reduce height by 5m, 1 no. conifer fell and removal of overhanging branches in garden of No.6 from 2 n
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Darlington | Date: 2026-03-11
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- West End The Green Bishopton STOCKTON-ON-TEES TS21 1HE
Approval of details reserved by condition 2 (bat & bird boxes), 3 (HMMP) attached to planning permission 25/00251/FUL dated 28 Aug 2025 (Construction of a bridge over Bishopton Beck with the installat
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Darlington | Date: 2025-09-30
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- West End The Green Bishopton STOCKTON-ON-TEES TS21 1HE
Notification to carry out tree works in a designated Conservarion Area - prune back overhanging branches to 4 No. trees
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Darlington | Date: 2024-01-05
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- Land To The South West Of West End The Green Bishopton STOCKTON-ON-TEES TS21 1HE
Notification to carry out works to a tree in a designated conservation area - felling of 1 no. tree
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Darlington | Date: 2023-11-30
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A brief summary of Bishopton in County Durham

Property prices in Bishopton show an average sale price of £154,624, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Bishopton a particularly low-crime area.

Bishopton has one conservation area within its boundaries: Bishopton. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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.

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Planning Activity in Bishopton

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Bishopton. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 43 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Bishopton.

The average decision time of 43 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Bishopton were outline applications (2), tree works (2), discharge of conditions (1).

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