Crook, County Durham Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Crook, County Durham.
County Durham · England · Town
About Crook
Crook is a market town situated in the County Durham unitary authority, often regarded as the "Gateway to Weardale." Its strategic location on the edge of Weardale makes it a significant area for planning applications, reflecting its blend of historical charm and potential for development.
Population: 12,333
District: County Durham
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £144,110 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: County Durham
- Parliamentary constituency: City of Durham
- LSOA: County Durham 057B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Crook.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Crook.
- 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 Crook based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
4 planning applications found near Crook.
- - 39 St Marys Avenue Crook DL15 9HY
Double storey extension to rear of property
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2026-03-10
View full details - - Applegarth New Road Crook DL15 8NB
Change of use from residential dwelling (Use Class C3) to children's home (Use Class C2) for up to 2 Children aged 7-17 years, including demolition of existing garage, enlarged parking area and associ
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2025-09-05
View full details - - Greggs Units 3 To 4 The Royal Corner Hope Street Crook DL15 9UA
Display of 2 no. fascia signs and 1 no. projecting sign
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: Durham | Date: 2025-04-16
View full details - - Land At The East Of Parklands Residential Care Home New Road Crook DL15 8LN
Construction of a two storey Rear Extension and raising the roof of the existing cottage. (Resubmission of DM/22/01808/FPA)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2023-09-19
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A brief summary of Crook in County Durham
Crook is a market town situated in the County Durham unitary authority, often regarded as the "Gateway to Weardale." Its strategic location on the edge of Weardale makes it a significant area for planning applications, reflecting its blend of historical charm and potential for development. The Town has a population of approximately 12,333. It sits within the County Durham district.
Property prices in Crook show an average sale price of £144,110, 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 Crook a particularly low-crime area.
Crook has one conservation area within its boundaries: Crook. 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Crook 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 Crook
In the last 24 months, 18 planning applications were submitted near Crook. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 43 days.
This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Crook maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.
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 Crook were full planning applications (5), tree works (4), outline applications (3). Full planning applications account for 28% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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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.