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22 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Elvet Hill · updated daily · Durham County Council

Planning in Elvet Hill

Approved
90%
36 of 37 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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Around Elvet Hill

Postcode districts

DH1 443 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 Elvet Hill

Elvet Hill, located in County Durham, is home to Durham University, one of the UK's premier collegiate public research institutions, founded in 1832. As the third-oldest university in England, following Oxford and Cambridge, it features 17 colleges that manage student welfare and domestic life while its academic departments focus on research and education. This dynamic environment may influence local planning applications, particularly those related to housing and community services to support the university's vibrant student population.

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

The area around Elvet Hill has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Elvet Hill 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 Elvet Hill, 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, 145 planning applications were submitted near Elvet Hill. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.

The most common types were tree works (28), full planning applications (25), listed building and heritage (19).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Elvet Hill?
In the last 24 months, 145 planning applications were submitted near Elvet Hill. The approval rate is 90%.
How long do planning decisions take near Elvet Hill?
The average planning decision time near Elvet Hill is 52 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 Elvet Hill?
The planning approval rate near Elvet Hill is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Elvet Hill?
The most common type of planning application near Elvet Hill is tree works applications, with 28 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Elvet Hill?
You can search and track planning applications near Elvet Hill on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.