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Planning in Hartburn

Approved
97%
112 of 114 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Hartburn in the last 24 months, from Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Hartburn

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About Hartburn

Hartburn, located in the southwest of Stockton-on-Tees in County Durham, is an area historically referred to as East Hartburn to distinguish it from West Hartburn near Middleton St George. This distinction highlights the region's development and provides context for any planning applications or developments in this part of Stockton-on-Tees. The settlement has a population of approximately 6,615. It sits within the Stockton-on-Tees district.

Property prices in Hartburn 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 Hartburn 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 Hartburn 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, Hartburn 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 Hartburn, 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, 158 planning applications were submitted near Hartburn. Of these, 97% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (47), telecoms (26), tree works (18).

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 Hartburn?
In the last 24 months, 158 planning applications were submitted near Hartburn. The approval rate is 97%.
How long do planning decisions take near Hartburn?
The average planning decision time near Hartburn is 58 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 Hartburn?
The planning approval rate near Hartburn is 97%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Hartburn?
The most common type of planning application near Hartburn is full planning applications, with 47 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Hartburn?
You can search and track planning applications near Hartburn on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.