How long do planning decisions take near Ferryhill?

The average planning decision time near Ferryhill is 70 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 Ferryhill?

The planning approval rate near Ferryhill is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Ferryhill?

The most common type of planning application near Ferryhill is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Ferryhill?

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Ferryhill, County Durham Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Ferryhill, County Durham.

County Durham · England · settlement

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About Ferryhill

Ferryhill is a civil parish and town in County Durham, England, with a population of approximately 8,857 as of 2018. It developed in the early 20th century primarily due to the coal mining industry, which saw its last mine close in 1968. Strategically situated between several towns, including Bishop Auckland and Spennymoor, and the historic city of Durham, Ferryhill presents various opportunities for planning applications in a region with a rich industrial heritage.

Population: 8,942

District: Ferryhill

Website: http://www.ferryhill.gov.uk/

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Property Prices

Average property sale price: £100,195 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: County Durham
Parliamentary constituency: Newton Aycliffe and Spennymoor
LSOA: County Durham 054A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Ferryhill.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Ferryhill based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

7 planning applications found near Ferryhill.

- School Of Dance Louvaine Terrace Ferryhill DL17 8BB
Erection of first floor extension above existing building
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2026-03-30
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- 57 Broom Road Ferryhill DL17 8AF
Dropped kerb
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2026-03-02
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- 43A Dean Park Ferryhill DL17 8HR
Single Storey Rear Extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2026-02-26
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- 1 Dean Road Ferryhill DL17 8ER
Dropped kerb to create access to hardstanding
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2026-02-09
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- Garage 4-7 Garage Block Ravensworth Road Ferryhill
Prior notification for demolition of 4no garages
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Durham | Date: 2025-09-23
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- 4 Cleveland View Ferryhill DL17 0SW
Relocation of existing boundary fence and reduction in its height to1.8m and planting of hedge
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2024-08-08
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- 1 Bede Terrace Ferryhill DL17 8AJ
Change of use from ground floor shop (Use class E) and domestic flat above (Use class C3) to dwelling (Use class E). No external alterations.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2023-07-19
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A brief summary of Ferryhill in County Durham

Property prices in Ferryhill show an average sale price of £100,195, 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 Ferryhill a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Ferryhill includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): The Carrs SSSI; 3 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Ferryhill planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.ferryhill.gov.uk/. 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.

Planning Activity in Ferryhill

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Ferryhill. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 70 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 Ferryhill.

At 70 days on average, decisions near Ferryhill slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Ferryhill were full planning applications (5), discharge of conditions (2), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 56% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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