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Planning in Fishburn

Only 1 decision near Fishburn in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Fishburn in the last 24 months, from Darlington Borough Council's planning register.

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About Fishburn

Fishburn is a village and civil parish located in County Durham, England, approximately 12 miles west of Hartlepool. With a population of 2,588 recorded in the 2011 Census, this growing community may present various opportunities for planning applications, particularly in housing and local development initiatives. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,387 (2021 estimate). It sits within the County Durham district.

Property prices in Fishburn 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 Fishburn 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 Fishburn a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Fishburn has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Fishburn 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 Fishburn, 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, 6 planning applications were submitted near Fishburn.

The most common types were full planning applications (2), discharge of conditions (1). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Fishburn?
In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Fishburn.
What types of planning applications are most common near Fishburn?
The most common type of planning application near Fishburn is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Fishburn?
You can search and track planning applications near Fishburn on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.