Bolam, County Durham Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Bolam, County Durham.
County Durham · England · settlement
About Bolam
Bolam is a quaint village in County Durham, England, located a few miles north-west of Darlington. As of the 2021 census, the parish's population stood at 84, reflecting a small but tight-knit community. This serene setting may offer unique opportunities for planning applications, particularly for those interested in rural development and local heritage.
Population: 84 (2021)
District: County Durham
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £152,330 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Darlington
- Parliamentary constituency: Darlington
- LSOA: Darlington 015A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Bolam.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Bolam.
- 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 Bolam based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
3 planning applications found near Bolam.
- - The Old Vicarage Brownside Lane Bolam Darlington DL2 2UP
The installation of solar panels on the garden outbuilding roof, including the installation of two Tesla Powerwall batteries in the garden store.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2026-04-01
View full details - - The Old Vicarage Brownside Lane Bolam Darlington DL2 2UP
The installation of solar panels on the garden outbuilding roof, including the installation of two Tesla Powerwall batteries in the garden store.
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Durham | Date: 2026-04-01
View full details - - Grey Roofs Brownside Lane Bolam Darlington DL2 2UP
T1 (blue border) - Oak Lift crown to 3.5 metres from the ground, T2 (turquoise border) - Hawthorn Reduce crown to 1.5 - 2.0 metres from the ground to maintain a clearance around the telephone line, Fe
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Durham | Date: 2024-08-07
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A brief summary of Bolam in County Durham
Bolam is a quaint village in County Durham, England, located a few miles north-west of Darlington. As of the 2021 census, the parish's population stood at 84, reflecting a small but tight-knit community. This serene setting may offer unique opportunities for planning applications, particularly for those interested in rural development and local heritage. The settlement has a population of approximately 84 (2021 estimate). It sits within the County Durham district.
Property prices in Bolam show an average sale price of £152,330, 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 Bolam a particularly low-crime area.
Bolam has one conservation area within its boundaries: Bolam. 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bolam 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.
Planning Activity in Bolam
In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Bolam. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 23 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Bolam may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 23 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Bolam were full planning applications (1), listed building and heritage (1), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
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