How long do planning decisions take near Bowburn?

The average planning decision time near Bowburn is 50 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 Bowburn?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Bowburn?

The most common type of planning application near Bowburn is outline applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Bowburn?

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Bowburn, County Durham Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bowburn, County Durham.

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About Bowburn

Bowburn is a village located in the civil parish of Cassop-cum-Quarrington, County Durham, approximately 3 miles southeast of Durham city. Positioned along the A177, it lies between the villages of Coxhoe to the southeast and High Shincliffe to the northwest, making it a strategically placed area for potential planning applications and developments.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £197,794 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: County Durham
Parliamentary constituency: City of Durham
LSOA: County Durham 027F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Bowburn.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Bowburn based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Bowburn.

- 54 Prince Charles Avenue Bowburn Durham DH6 5DN
Former single storey (timber) 'meals on wheels' kitchen building accessed off Bede Terrace (Prince Charles Avenue), Bowburn, Durham
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Durham | Date: 2026-04-29
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- 54 Prince Charles Avenue Bowburn Durham DH6 5DN
Former 'meals on wheels' kitchen building accessed off Bede Terrace
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Durham | Date: 2026-02-05
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- 11 Monteigne Drive Bowburn Durham DH6 5QB
Willow (T5) - crown reduction up to 2m and removal of epicormic growth to balance canopy
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Durham | Date: 2025-11-11
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- Harewood House Bowburn DH6 5PF
Change of use from commercial to education (F1), and erection of a new adult learning building to the rear of the existing building.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2024-03-22
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- 11 Kirbys Drive Bowburn Durham DH6 5GA
Scots Pine (T1) - Fell due to lean towards building and poor form to remove risk and allow more light into the garden which is due to be landscaped and re-planted. Sycamore (T2) - Crown lift a browse
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Durham | Date: 2023-09-20
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A brief summary of Bowburn in County Durham

Property prices in Bowburn show an average sale price of £197,794, 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 Bowburn a particularly low-crime area.

Bowburn has one conservation area within its boundaries: Bowburn. 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 Bowburn

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Bowburn. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.

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

The average decision time of 50 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Bowburn were outline applications (3), full planning applications (1), tree works (1).

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 5 smaller schemes were submitted.

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