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Planning in Deaf Hill

Only 1 decision near Deaf Hill in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Deaf Hill

Deaf Hill is a village in County Durham, located just east of Trimdon Colliery. Also known as Trimdon Station, the village's name is believed to have evolved from the original "Death Hill," stemming from local folklore that children could be cured of diphtheria by passing through a sycamore tree's fork—tragically, many did not survive. This unique history may influence planning considerations in the area, making it an intriguing location for prospective developments. It sits within the Trimdon Foundry district.

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

The area around Deaf Hill has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Deaf Hill 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 Deaf Hill, 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, 7 planning applications were submitted near Deaf Hill.

The most common types were full planning applications (1), outline applications (1).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Deaf Hill?
In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Deaf Hill.
What types of planning applications are most common near Deaf Hill?
The most common type of planning application near Deaf Hill is full planning applications, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Deaf Hill?
You can search and track planning applications near Deaf Hill on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.