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Planning in Harrowgate Hill

Approved
89%
42 of 47 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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Around Harrowgate Hill

Postcode districts

DL1 254 applications in the last 12 monthsDL3 282 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Darlington Borough Council

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About Harrowgate Hill

Harrowgate Hill is a suburban area within Darlington, County Durham, comprising several villages including Beaumont Hill, Harrowgate Village, Ashbrook, and the predominantly residential Harrowgate Hill itself. As a growing community, it presents various opportunities for planning applications and development initiatives.

Property prices in Harrowgate Hill show an average sale price of £169,943, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Harrowgate Hill 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 Harrowgate Hill 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, Harrowgate Hill 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 Harrowgate Hill, 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, 73 planning applications were submitted near Harrowgate Hill. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.

The most common types were outline applications (7), amendments (4), telecoms (2).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Harrowgate Hill?
In the last 24 months, 73 planning applications were submitted near Harrowgate Hill. The approval rate is 89%.
How long do planning decisions take near Harrowgate Hill?
The average planning decision time near Harrowgate Hill is 52 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 Harrowgate Hill?
The planning approval rate near Harrowgate Hill is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Harrowgate Hill?
The most common type of planning application near Harrowgate Hill is outline applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Harrowgate Hill?
You can search and track planning applications near Harrowgate Hill on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.