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Planning in Easington Colliery

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

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

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About Easington Colliery

Easington Colliery is a village located in County Durham, England, with a rich history rooted in coal mining. Positioned north of Horden and east of Easington, the village recorded a population of 5,022 in the 2011 Census, reflecting a slight increase from 4,959 in 2001. This demographic information may be relevant for those considering planning applications in the area, particularly in relation to community development and infrastructure projects. The settlement has a population of approximately 4,646 (2021 estimate). It sits within the County Durham district.

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

The area around Easington Colliery has 14 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Easington Colliery 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 Easington Colliery, 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, 10 planning applications were submitted near Easington Colliery.

The most common types were full planning applications (4). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

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 Easington Colliery?
In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Easington Colliery.
What types of planning applications are most common near Easington Colliery?
The most common type of planning application near Easington Colliery is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Easington Colliery?
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