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Planning in Hartlepool

Approved
95%
37 of 39 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

Decided by Hartlepool Borough CouncilCouncil page

Around Hartlepool

Postcode districts

TS24 55 applications in the last 12 monthsTS26 55 applications in the last 12 monthsTS25 61 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Hartlepool Borough Council

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About Hartlepool

Hartlepool is an industrial port town in County Durham, England, governed by its own unitary authority. With a population of approximately 92,600, it is part of the devolved Tees Valley area, making it an important hub for planning applications and development opportunities in the region.

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

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Hartlepool 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 Hartlepool, 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, 84 planning applications were submitted near Hartlepool. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (18), tree works (7), discharge of conditions (6). 3 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Hartlepool?
In the last 24 months, 84 planning applications were submitted near Hartlepool. The approval rate is 95%.
How long do planning decisions take near Hartlepool?
The average planning decision time near Hartlepool is 51 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 Hartlepool?
The planning approval rate near Hartlepool is 95%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Hartlepool?
The most common type of planning application near Hartlepool is full planning applications, with 18 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Hartlepool?
You can search and track planning applications near Hartlepool on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.