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Planning in Castleside

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

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Castleside in the last 24 months, from Durham County Council's planning register.

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About Castleside

Castleside is a charming village in County Durham, located just southwest of Consett and part of the Healeyfield civil parish. The village centre is easily accessible via the A68 road, which connects Edinburgh and Darlington, and offers convenient links to Consett through the A692 to the east and the North Pennines to the west. Nearby villages include Moorside and The Grove, making Castleside a strategic spot for anyone considering planning applications in this picturesque area. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,654. It sits within the Healeyfield district.

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

The area around Castleside has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Castleside 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 Castleside, 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 Castleside.

The most common types were full planning applications (3), discharge of conditions (2), outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Castleside?
In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Castleside.
What types of planning applications are most common near Castleside?
The most common type of planning application near Castleside is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Castleside?
You can search and track planning applications near Castleside on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.