How long do planning decisions take near Dalton Piercy?

The average planning decision time near Dalton Piercy is 61 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 Piercy?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Dalton Piercy?

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

How can I track planning applications near Dalton Piercy?

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Dalton Piercy, County Durham Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Dalton Piercy, County Durham.

County Durham · England · settlement

Planning applications in Dalton Piercy are administered by Hartlepool Borough Council. View the full Hartlepool Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Dalton Piercy

Dalton Piercy is a civil parish and village located within the borough of Hartlepool, County Durham, England. As of the 2011 Census, it has a population of 289 residents, making it a small but distinct community that may be of interest for planning applications and local development initiatives.

Population: 255 (2021)

District: Hartlepool

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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: Hartlepool
Parliamentary constituency: Hartlepool
LSOA: Hartlepool 014A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Dalton Piercy.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Dalton Piercy.

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 Piercy based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Dalton Piercy.

- 23 HIGHGATE MEADOWS DALTON PIERCY HARTLEPOOL TS27 3BZ
Erection of a single storey rear extensions and insertion of new window in the side elevation
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Hartlepool | Date: 2026-02-23
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- THE GRANGE LOWER PIERCY FARM DALTON PIERCY ROAD DALTON PIERCY HARTLEPOOL TS27 3HS
Proposed first floor extensions to form additional bedroom accommodation and provision of balcony to side elevation.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Hartlepool | Date: 2024-05-10
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A brief summary of Dalton Piercy in County Durham

Property prices in Dalton Piercy 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 Dalton Piercy a particularly low-crime area.

Dalton Piercy has one conservation area within its boundaries: Elwick. 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 Dalton Piercy includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. 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 Piercy

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Dalton Piercy. 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 Dalton Piercy may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

At 61 days on average, decisions near Dalton Piercy slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Dalton Piercy were full planning applications (4), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 80% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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