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Planning in Fairfield

Approved
98%
54 of 54 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Fairfield in the last 24 months, from Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council's planning register.

Decided by Stockton-on-Tees Borough CouncilCouncil page

Around Fairfield

Postcode districts

TS19 80 applications in the last 12 monthsTS18 163 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council

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About Fairfield

Fairfield is a residential area located in western Stockton within the borough of Stockton-on-Tees, County Durham. The community features several schools and a local library, making it a family-friendly environment that may impact planning applications related to educational or community developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 5,736. It sits within the Stockton-on-Tees district.

Property prices in Fairfield show an average sale price of £171,181, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Fairfield 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 Fairfield 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, Fairfield 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 Fairfield, 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, 79 planning applications were submitted near Fairfield. Of these, 98% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (17), telecoms (17), discharge of conditions (6).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Fairfield?
In the last 24 months, 79 planning applications were submitted near Fairfield. The approval rate is 98%.
How long do planning decisions take near Fairfield?
The average planning decision time near Fairfield is 53 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 Fairfield?
The planning approval rate near Fairfield is 98%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Fairfield?
The most common type of planning application near Fairfield is full planning applications, with 17 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Fairfield?
You can search and track planning applications near Fairfield on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.