Broompark, County Durham Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Broompark, County Durham.
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About Broompark
Broompark is a village located approximately 3 miles west of Durham city in County Durham, England. Historically significant for its former colliery operated by the North Brancepeth Coal Company, Broompark features notable structures such as the Broom Farm guesthouse, established in 1711, and the early 18th-century Broom Farm West. While the village also once hosted The Loves pub, which has since closed, its rich history may be of interest to those researching planning applications in the area.
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Area Information
- Admin district: County Durham
- Parliamentary constituency: City of Durham
- LSOA: County Durham 033I
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Broompark.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Broompark.
- 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 Broompark based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
4 planning applications found near Broompark.
- - Land To The South Of 18 Cookes Wood Broompark DH7 7RL
Retention of various buildings (one incomplete) and structures erected for purposes of providing shelter for livestock and storage of feed and bedding, retention of the improved access track and compl
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2026-03-10
View full details - - Barn To The North Of Langley Wood House Sleetburn Lane Langley Moor DH7 8LQ
Lawful development certificate for the extension of the existing agricultural barn by 5.26 meters between April 2015 and July 2017 to an increased width of 9.4 metres.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Durham | Date: 2025-10-02
View full details - - 29 West Farm Court Broompark Durham DH7 7RN
Partial garage conversion and associated works including alterations to fenestration and installation of rooflights
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Durham | Date: 2024-05-16
View full details - - 6 Cookes Wood Broompark Durham DH7 7RL
Prior notification for the erection of single storey sun room extension to the rear with a projection of 4.95 metres, an eaves height of 2.65 metres and a total height of 3.65 metres
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Durham | Date: 2023-05-24
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A brief summary of Broompark in County Durham
Broompark is a village located approximately 3 miles west of Durham city in County Durham, England. Historically significant for its former colliery operated by the North Brancepeth Coal Company, Broompark features notable structures such as the Broom Farm guesthouse, established in 1711, and the early 18th-century Broom Farm West. While the village also once hosted The Loves pub, which has since closed, its rich history may be of interest to those researching planning applications in the area.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Broompark a particularly low-crime area.
Broompark has one conservation area within its boundaries: Brandon. 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.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Broompark includes 4 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Broompark 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 Broompark
In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Broompark. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 61 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Broompark may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
At 61 days on average, decisions near Broompark slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Broompark were amendments (2), full planning applications (1), outline applications (1).
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- Nevilles Cross planning applications
- Langley Moor planning applications
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.