How long do planning decisions take near Dean Bank?

The average planning decision time near Dean Bank is 26 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 Dean Bank?

The planning approval rate near Dean Bank is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Dean Bank?

The most common type of planning application near Dean Bank is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Dean Bank?

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Dean Bank, County Durham Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Dean Bank, County Durham.

County Durham · England · settlement

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About Dean Bank

Dean Bank is located on the western slope of Ferryhill in County Durham, England. This area, with its unique geographical positioning, may present various planning opportunities and challenges for developers and local authorities.

District: County Durham

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £100,195 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: County Durham
Parliamentary constituency: Newton Aycliffe and Spennymoor
LSOA: County Durham 049A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Dean Bank.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Dean Bank.

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 Dean Bank based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Dean Bank.

- Hillcrest House 43 North Street Ferryhill DL17 8HX
Non-material minor amendment to approval DM/22/00356/FPA for revision to materials and fenestration
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Durham | Date: 2023-03-21
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A brief summary of Dean Bank in County Durham

Property prices in Dean Bank show an average sale price of £100,195, 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 Dean Bank a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Dean Bank

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Dean Bank. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 26 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Dean Bank.

The average decision time of 26 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Dean Bank were full planning applications (3), discharge of conditions (3), outline applications (2). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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