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Planning in Greatham

Only 4 decisions near Greatham in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Greatham

Greatham is a village and civil parish within the borough of Hartlepool, County Durham, with a population of 2,132 as recorded in the 2011 census. Situated about three miles south of Hartlepool town centre, this area may present various opportunities and considerations for planning applications, given its proximity to urban amenities and the surrounding community. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,840 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Hartlepool district.

Property prices in Greatham show an average sale price of £143,490, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Greatham 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 Greatham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Greatham has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Greatham 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 Greatham, 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, 9 planning applications were submitted near Greatham.

The most common types were tree works (3), full planning applications (2), listed building and heritage (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Greatham?
In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Greatham.
What types of planning applications are most common near Greatham?
The most common type of planning application near Greatham is tree works applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Greatham?
You can search and track planning applications near Greatham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.