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Planning in High Friarside

Approved
86%
12 of 14 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of High Friarside in the last 24 months, from Durham County Council's planning register.

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Around High Friarside

Postcode districts

NE16 135 applications in the last 12 monthsNE39 87 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Durham County Council

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About High Friarside

High Friarside is a suburban village located in County Durham, England, just to the west of Burnopfield. Its proximity to nearby towns makes it an area of interest for planning applications, offering a blend of residential and community development opportunities.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the High Friarside 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 High Friarside a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around High Friarside has 12 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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

To comment on or object to a planning application near High Friarside, 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, 24 planning applications were submitted near High Friarside. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 68 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (7), tree works (4), listed building and heritage (2).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near High Friarside?
In the last 24 months, 24 planning applications were submitted near High Friarside. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near High Friarside?
The average planning decision time near High Friarside is 68 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 High Friarside?
The planning approval rate near High Friarside is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near High Friarside?
The most common type of planning application near High Friarside is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near High Friarside?
You can search and track planning applications near High Friarside on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.