How long do planning decisions take near Elton?

The average planning decision time near Elton is 61 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 Elton?

The planning approval rate near Elton is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Elton?

The most common type of planning application near Elton is amendment applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Elton, County Durham Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Elton, County Durham.

County Durham · England · settlement

Planning applications in Elton are administered by Stockton On Tees Borough Council. View the full Stockton On Tees Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Elton

Elton is a village and civil parish located within the borough of Stockton-on-Tees, in the ceremonial county of County Durham, England. Positioned just west of Stockton-on-Tees, it offers a unique blend of rural charm and accessibility, making it an area of interest for potential planning applications.

Population: 312 (2021)

District: Stockton-on-Tees

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Area Information

Admin district: Darlington
Parliamentary constituency: Stockton West
LSOA: Darlington 001D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Elton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Elton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Elton.

- The Paddock Darlington Road Elton Stockton-on-Tees TS21 1AG
Erection of single storey side extension and felling of 1no Oak tree of tree preservation order 2 (00.8.5.16) (demolition of existing conservatory)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Stockton-on-Tees | Date: 2026-02-18
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- Little Meadows Darlington Road Elton Stockton-On-Tees TS21 1AG
Retrospective change of use of land to residential. Demolition of existing 1No. residential accommodation, erection of 1No. new single storey dwellinghouse and retention of 1No. existing detached outb
Status: Rejected | Type: Amendment | Council: Stockton-on-Tees | Date: 2025-12-09
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- Manor Cottage Darlington Road Elton Stockton-On-Tees TS21 1AG
Application to crown reduce 1no Horse chestnut tree by 2 metres (T1) and crown reduce 1no Horse chestnut tree by 2-3 metres (T2) of tree preservation order 428 (00.8.5.421)
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Stockton-on-Tees | Date: 2024-04-12
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- Little Meadows Darlington Road Elton Stockton-On-Tees TS21 1AG
Retrospective change of use of land to residential for the retention of Little Meadows and associated works and infrastructure, buildings and structures.
Status: Rejected | Type: Amendment | Council: Stockton-on-Tees | Date: 2023-12-20
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- Little Meadows Darlington Road Elton Stockton-On-Tees TS21 1AG
Change of use of land to private gypsy and traveller pitch and retrospective consent for the retention of Little Meadows and associated works and infrastructure, buildings and structures.
Status: Rejected | Type: Amendment | Council: Stockton-on-Tees | Date: 2023-12-20
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A brief summary of Elton in County Durham

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Elton a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Elton includes 3 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Elton

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Elton. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 61 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 Elton.

At 61 days on average, decisions near Elton slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Elton were amendments (2), telecoms (2), full planning applications (1).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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