How long do planning decisions take near Haswell?

The average planning decision time near Haswell is 24 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 Haswell?

The planning approval rate near Haswell is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Haswell?

The most common type of planning application near Haswell is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Haswell?

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Haswell, County Durham Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Haswell, County Durham.

County Durham · England · settlement

Planning applications in Haswell are administered by Darlington Borough Council. View the full Darlington Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Haswell

Haswell is a village located in County Durham, England, approximately 6 miles east of Durham city, 9 miles south of Sunderland, and 3.1 miles north-west of Peterlee. This positioning makes it a strategic area for potential planning applications, with access to nearby urban centres.

Population: 1,823 (2021)

District: County Durham

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £184,444 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: County Durham
Parliamentary constituency: Newton Aycliffe and Spennymoor
LSOA: County Durham 044B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Haswell.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Haswell.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Haswell based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Haswell.

DM/26/01577/DRC - Highfield House Sycamore Terrace Haswell Durham DH6 2AG
Discharge of conditions 5 (cycle storage) and 6 (EV charging) pursuant to planning permission DM/25/02217/FPA.
Status: Undecided | Council: Durham | Date: 2026-06-18
- Land To The North And East Of Haswell Childrens Centre Church Street Haswell DH6 2DZ
Erection of a single-storey short breaks facility providing overnight respite accommodation for up to eight children and young people aged 5-17 with disabilities, complex health needs and challenging
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2026-02-20
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A brief summary of Haswell in County Durham

Property prices in Haswell show an average sale price of £184,444, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Haswell a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Haswell includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Dabble Bank SSSI, Pig Hill SSSI. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Haswell 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.

Planning Activity in Haswell

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Haswell. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 24 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Haswell may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 24 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Haswell were full planning applications (1), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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