How long do planning decisions take near Firth Moor?

The average planning decision time near Firth Moor is 22 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 Firth Moor?

The planning approval rate near Firth Moor is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Firth Moor?

The most common type of planning application near Firth Moor is telecoms, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Firth Moor?

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Firth Moor, County Durham Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Firth Moor, County Durham.

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About Firth Moor

Firth Moor, also known as Firthmoor, is a residential area located in the borough of Darlington, within County Durham, England. Positioned to the south-east of Darlington town centre, it forms part of a dynamic community, making it a relevant location for those exploring planning applications in the region.

District: Darlington

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Area Information

Admin district: Darlington
Parliamentary constituency: Darlington
LSOA: Darlington 012E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Firth Moor.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Firth Moor based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

10 planning applications found near Firth Moor.

- 70 Geneva Road Darlington DL1 4NJ
Erection of a single storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Darlington | Date: 2026-04-14
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26/00299/FUL - 3 Neasham Drive Darlington DL1 4LG
Demolition of existing conservatory and erection of a single storey rear extension with associated alterations
Status: Undecided | Council: Darlington | Date: 2026-03-31
- Land Opposite 65 Emley Moor Road Darlington DL1 4QH
Notification under Electronic Communications Code (Reg 5) of intention to install 1 No. 9m light pole
Status: Permitted | Type: Telecoms | Council: Darlington | Date: 2026-02-02
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- 38 Holgate Moor Green Darlington DL1 4QG
Notification under Electronic Communications Code (Reg 5) of intention to install 1 no. 9m light pole
Status: Permitted | Type: Telecoms | Council: Darlington | Date: 2026-01-30
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- Outside 16 Burnside Road Darlington DL1 4SA
Notification under Electronic Communications Code (Reg 5) of intention to install 1 No.11m medium pole
Status: Permitted | Type: Telecoms | Council: Darlington | Date: 2026-01-06
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- Land To The North Of 65 Emley Moor Road Darlington DL1 4QH
Notification under Electronic Communications Code (Reg 5) of intention to install 1 No. 9m light pole
Status: Permitted | Type: Telecoms | Council: Darlington | Date: 2025-12-02
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- Near 38 Holgate Moor Green Darlington DL1 4QG
Notification under Electronic Communications Code (Reg 5) of intention to install 1 No. 9m light pole
Status: Permitted | Type: Telecoms | Council: Darlington | Date: 2025-11-07
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- Outside 16 Burnside Road Darlington DL1 4SA
Notification under Electronic Communications Code (Reg 5) of intention to install 1 No.11m medium pole
Status: Permitted | Type: Telecoms | Council: Darlington | Date: 2025-11-07
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- Street Record Lascelles Park Footpath Darlington
Certificate of Lawfulness for proposed development - installation of 1.5 m high air quality monitoring station seated on concrete plinth
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Darlington | Date: 2024-09-16
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- 20 Helmsley Moor Way Darlington DL1 4QS
Erection of single storey extension to rear with flat roof
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Darlington | Date: 2024-03-29
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A brief summary of Firth Moor in County Durham

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

Firth Moor has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Stockton & Darlington Railway: Northgate, Parkgate. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

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Planning Activity in Firth Moor

In the last 24 months, 25 planning applications were submitted near Firth Moor. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 22 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Firth Moor may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 22 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Firth Moor were telecoms (13), outline applications (4), full planning applications (2).

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 22 smaller schemes were submitted.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

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