How long do planning decisions take near Haughton Le Skerne?

The average planning decision time near Haughton Le Skerne 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 Haughton Le Skerne?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Haughton Le Skerne?

The most common type of planning application near Haughton Le Skerne is tree works applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Haughton Le Skerne?

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Haughton Le Skerne, County Durham Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Haughton Le Skerne, County Durham.

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

About Haughton Le Skerne

Haughton-le-Skerne is a village located in the borough of Darlington, County Durham, England, positioned to the north-east of Darlington and west of the River Skerne. The village features a central green and a main road that connects to the town centre, running south of the local church. Historically, it was home to a linen mill on the riverbank, with remnants of its leat still visible, offering insights into the area’s industrial heritage for those researching planning applications.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £169,943 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Darlington
Parliamentary constituency: Darlington
LSOA: Darlington 014C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Haughton Le Skerne.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Haughton Le Skerne.

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 Haughton Le Skerne based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Haughton Le Skerne.

- Vodafone Telecommunications Mast (64426) Opposite 123 Stockton Road Darlington
Notification under Electronic Communications Code (Reg 5) of intention to remove existing 15m high column and replace with proposed 20m streetpole, removal of existing 3 no. antennas to be replaced wi
Status: Permitted | Type: Telecoms | Council: Darlington | Date: 2026-03-02
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- Land To Rear Of 21 Barmpton Lane Darlington DL1 3HB
Approval of details reserved by condition 1 (Final Nutrient Credit Certificate) attached to planning permission 22/00555/RM1 dated 21 Sept 2023 (Application for reserved matters approval relating to a
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Darlington | Date: 2025-11-11
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- 10 & 30 Gouldsmith Gardens Darlington DL1 2DU
Notification under Electronic Communications Code (Reg 5) of intention to replace 2 No 9M poles
Status: Undecided | Type: Telecoms | Council: Darlington | Date: 2023-04-28
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A brief summary of Haughton Le Skerne in County Durham

Property prices in Haughton Le Skerne show an average sale price of £169,943, 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 Haughton Le Skerne a particularly low-crime area.

Haughton Le Skerne has one conservation area within its boundaries: Haughton-le-Skerne. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

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Planning Activity in Haughton Le Skerne

In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Haughton Le Skerne. 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 Haughton Le Skerne 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 Haughton Le Skerne were tree works (6), telecoms (6), outline applications (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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