How long do planning decisions take near Dalton-le-Dale?

The average planning decision time near Dalton-le-Dale is 43 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate near Dalton-le-Dale?

The planning approval rate near Dalton-le-Dale is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Dalton-le-Dale?

The most common type of planning application near Dalton-le-Dale is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Dalton-le-Dale?

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Dalton-le-Dale, County Durham Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Dalton-le-Dale, County Durham.

County Durham · England · settlement

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

About Dalton-le-Dale

Dalton-le-Dale is a village and civil parish located in County Durham, England, with a population of 1,546 as recorded in the 2011 census. Positioned along the historic A19 road, it lies between the towns of Seaham and Murton, making it a notable area for potential planning applications and developments.

Population: 1,455 (2021)

District: County Durham

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Property Prices

Average property sale price: £121,090 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: County Durham
Parliamentary constituency: Easington
LSOA: County Durham 021E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Dalton-le-Dale.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Dalton-le-Dale.

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 Dalton-le-Dale based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Dalton-le-Dale.

- Land To The East Of Sea View Walk Murton SR7 9LT
Discharge of Condition 18 relating to verification of M4(2) standards pursuant of planning permission DM/21/03672/FPA.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Durham | Date: 2023-10-17
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A brief summary of Dalton-le-Dale in County Durham

Property prices in Dalton-le-Dale show an average sale price of £121,090, 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 Dalton-le-Dale a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Dalton-le-Dale includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Hesledon Moor East 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 Dalton-le-Dale

In the last 24 months, 16 planning applications were submitted near Dalton-le-Dale. 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 Dalton-le-Dale 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 Dalton-le-Dale were full planning applications (4), outline applications (2), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 25% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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