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Planning in Eastbourne

Approved
93%
43 of 45 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Eastbourne in the last 24 months, from Darlington Borough Council's planning register.

Decided by Darlington Borough CouncilCouncil page

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About Eastbourne

Eastbourne is a former village now incorporated into the borough of Darlington in County Durham, England. Located just east of Darlington's town centre, it presents opportunities for planning applications in a developing area with a blend of historical and modern features. It sits within the Darlington district.

Property prices in Eastbourne show an average sale price of £344,066, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Eastbourne a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Eastbourne 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Eastbourne, 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, 65 planning applications were submitted near Eastbourne. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 42 days.

The most common types were telecoms (9), outline applications (4), discharge of conditions (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Eastbourne?
In the last 24 months, 65 planning applications were submitted near Eastbourne. The approval rate is 93%.
How long do planning decisions take near Eastbourne?
The average planning decision time near Eastbourne is 42 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 Eastbourne?
The planning approval rate near Eastbourne is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Eastbourne?
The most common type of planning application near Eastbourne is telecoms, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Eastbourne?
You can search and track planning applications near Eastbourne on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.