How long do planning decisions take near Elton?

The average planning decision time near Elton is 76 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What types of planning applications are most common near Elton?

The most common type of planning application near Elton is full planning 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

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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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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £154,624 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Stockton-on-Tees
Parliamentary constituency: Stockton West
LSOA: Stockton-on-Tees 005D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

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

3 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 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

Property prices in Elton show an average sale price of £154,624, 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 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. The average decision time was 76 days.

The average decision period of 76 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Elton were full planning applications (2), telecoms (2), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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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