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Planning in Eldon

No decisions near Eldon in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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Around Eldon

Postcode districts

DL14 196 applications in the last 12 monthsDL4 21 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Durham County Council

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About Eldon

Eldon is a village located in County Durham, England, just a few miles south-west of Bishop Auckland and close to Shildon. Notably, it is associated with the title of the Earls of Eldon, making it a point of interest for those researching local heritage and planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 371 (2021 estimate). It sits within the County Durham district.

Property prices in Eldon show an average sale price of £133,820, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Eldon 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 (May 2026). This makes Eldon 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, Eldon 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 Eldon, 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, 5 planning applications were submitted near Eldon.

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

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Eldon?
In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Eldon.
What types of planning applications are most common near Eldon?
The most common type of planning application near Eldon is full planning applications, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Eldon?
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