Castle Eden, County Durham Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Castle Eden, County Durham.
County Durham · England · settlement
Planning applications in Castle Eden are administered by Darlington Borough Council. View the full Darlington Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Castle Eden
Castle Eden is a quaint village located in County Durham, England, just south of Peterlee and Hutton Henry, and adjacent to the A19 and the scenic Castle Eden Dene. Known for its historical significance, the village was once home to the Castle Eden Brewery, famous for producing Castle Eden Ale, making it an area of interest for those exploring local heritage and planning applications.
Population: 660 (2021)
District: County Durham
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £130,888 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: County Durham
- Parliamentary constituency: Easington
- LSOA: County Durham 043A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Castle Eden.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Castle Eden.
- 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 Castle Eden based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
82 planning applications found near Castle Eden.
- - Land To The West Of Former Spoil Heap Hesleden TS27 4PN
Removal of 4m of hedgerow (amended description).
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Durham | Date: 2026-03-17
View full details - - Hurworth House 3 St James Fields Castle Eden Hartlepool TS27 4TJ
Fell Ash tree
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Durham | Date: 2025-10-27
View full details - - Tollgate House Stockton Road Castle Eden Hartlepool TS27 4SD
Fell 2no. Ash (T7 and T17) and 4no. Cherry (T9, T10, T15 and T16)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Durham | Date: 2024-06-18
View full details - - Tollgate House Stockton Road Castle Eden Hartlepool TS27 4SD
Crown thin up to 25% to 1 no. Beech (T1) 1no. Lime (T5) and 1no. Sycamore (T6), fell 4no. Sycamore (T2, T3. T11 + T12) and 1no. Scots Pine (T4)
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Durham | Date: 2024-04-09
View full details - - Eden Vale Stockton Road Castle Eden Hartlepool TS27 4SD
Removal of an Ash Tree (Fraxinus) identified as tree no.1
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Durham | Date: 2024-03-25
View full details - - The Ropery Stockton Road Castle Eden Hartlepool TS27 4SD
Crown reduction of 2 metres on trees 1, 2 and 3 to reduce overhang
Status: Rejected | Type: Trees | Council: Durham | Date: 2024-01-31
View full details - - Bankside House Stockton Road Castle Eden Hartlepool TS27 4SD
Single storey side extension of detached residential annexe
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2024-01-19
View full details - - 3 Bankside Castle Eden Hartlepool TS27 4SF
Cherry - Fell due to stability concerns and proximity to overhead powerlines
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Durham | Date: 2024-01-08
View full details - - Ashbrooke Stockton Road Castle Eden Hartlepool TS27 4SD
Cherry Blossom - Fell due to heavy rotting and poses risk of falling into road
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Durham | Date: 2023-11-16
View full details - - Mount House Stockton Road Castle Eden Hartlepool TS27 4SD
Application for a lawful development certificate of rear conservatory
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Durham | Date: 2023-07-10
View full details - - Bankside House Stockton Road Castle Eden Hartlepool TS27 4SD
Erection of a 1.5 storey detached garage/home office and driveway
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2023-03-23
View full details - - Tollgate Lodge Stockton Road Castle Eden Hartlepool TS27 4SD
Works to trees G1, *1, G2, T776, T777, T784, T786, T801, *2, T805, T812, T823, T828, T844, T859, T860, G3, F2 as outlined in Survey Report dated 21st March 2023 (amended description)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Durham | Date: 2023-03-21
View full details - - Bankside House Stockton Road Castle Eden Hartlepool TS27 4SD
Change of use from outbuilding to annexe, additional dormer window and replacement garage door (retrospective)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2022-10-12
View full details - - Eden Vale Cottage Stockton Road Castle Eden Hartlepool TS27 4SD
Discharge of condition 3 (materials), 4 (drainage details), 5 (tree protection), 6 (construction management plan) and 7 (broadband provision) for erection of a two bedroom single storey holiday let. R
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Durham | Date: 2022-03-25
View full details - - Hillcrest Stockton Road Castle Eden Hartlepool TS27 4SD
Removal of 3 no. large fir/pine trees and 1 holly tree in rear garden
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Durham | Date: 2022-01-17
View full details - - Land To The North West Of Bankside House Stockton Road Castle Eden TS27 4SD
Discharge of condition Nos 3 (Materials), 4 (Tree Protection Plan), 5 (Landscaping) and 7 Obscure Glazing pursuant to Planning Permission DM/19/01870/FPA
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Durham | Date: 2021-11-26
View full details - - 3 Bankside Castle Eden Hartlepool TS27 4SF
Installation of dormer window to rear and roof lights to front (amended)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2021-04-21
View full details - - Copper Beeches Stockton Road Castle Eden Hartlepool TS27 4SD
T1 Purple Beech crown lift to 5 metres over Stockton Road, remove lowest branch growing to South West (over garden), remove dead branches and thin crown by 10%
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Durham | Date: 2021-04-19
View full details - - Ashbrooke Stockton Road Castle Eden Hartlepool TS27 4SD
To fell Fir tree (B1) - due to concerns over damage to property
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Durham | Date: 2021-03-15
View full details - - Eden Vale Cottage Stockton Road Castle Eden Hartlepool TS27 4SD
Erection of a two bedroom single storey holiday let
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2021-02-03
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A brief summary of Castle Eden in County Durham
Castle Eden is a quaint village located in County Durham, England, just south of Peterlee and Hutton Henry, and adjacent to the A19 and the scenic Castle Eden Dene. Known for its historical significance, the village was once home to the Castle Eden Brewery, famous for producing Castle Eden Ale, making it an area of interest for those exploring local heritage and planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 660 (2021 estimate). It sits within the County Durham district.
Property prices in Castle Eden show an average sale price of £130,888, 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 Castle Eden a particularly low-crime area.
Castle Eden has one conservation area within its boundaries: Castle Eden. 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 Castle Eden includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Castle Eden Dene SSSI; 6 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Castle Eden Dene. 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, Castle Eden 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 Castle Eden
In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Castle Eden. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 43 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Castle Eden may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 43 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Castle Eden were tree works (5), full planning applications (2), outline applications (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
Nearby Towns
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