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 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Brafferton, County Durham Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Brafferton, County Durham.

County Durham · England · settlement

Planning applications in Brafferton are administered by Darlington Borough Council. View the full Darlington Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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.

Population: 148 (2021)

District: Darlington

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Area Information

Admin district: Darlington
Parliamentary constituency: Darlington
LSOA: Darlington 016F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Brafferton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Brafferton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Brafferton.

- Land Adjacent To Lorien The Green Brafferton Darlington DL1 3LA
Works to 3 No. Ash Trees protected under Tree Preservation Order (No.22) 2008 - reduce overhanging branches by 2 m to shared drive area, removal of deadwood and ivy
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Darlington | Date: 2026-05-27
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A brief summary of Brafferton in County Durham

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

Brafferton has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Aycliffe Village, Coatham Mundeville. 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 Brafferton includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Redcar Field SSSI. 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 Brafferton

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Brafferton.

The most common application types near Brafferton were tree works (1), telecoms (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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