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Planning in Brafferton

Only 3 decisions near Brafferton in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Brafferton in the last 24 months, from Darlington Borough Council's planning register.

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About Brafferton

Brafferton is a quaint village and civil parish located in County Durham, England, within the borough of Darlington. As of the 2011 census, it had a population of 154 residents. Nestled between the larger towns of Darlington and Newton Aycliffe, Brafferton is also in close proximity to Coatham Mundeville, making it an area of interest for planning applications related to rural development and community services. The settlement has a population of approximately 148 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Darlington district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Brafferton 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 Brafferton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Brafferton has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Brafferton 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 Brafferton, 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, 11 planning applications were submitted near Brafferton.

The most common types were tree works (1), telecoms (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Brafferton?
In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Brafferton.
What types of planning applications are most common near Brafferton?
The most common type of planning application near Brafferton is tree works applications, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Brafferton?
You can search and track planning applications near Brafferton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.