How long do planning decisions take near Hill Top (DH9)?

The average planning decision time near Hill Top (DH9) is 49 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 Hill Top (DH9)?

The planning approval rate near Hill Top (DH9) is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Hill Top (DH9)?

The most common type of planning application near Hill Top (DH9) is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Hill Top (DH9)?

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Hill Top (DH9), County Durham Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hill Top (DH9), County Durham.

County Durham · England · settlement

Planning applications in Hill Top (DH9) are administered by Darlington Borough Council. View the full Darlington Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £118,905 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: County Durham
Parliamentary constituency: Blaydon and Consett
LSOA: County Durham 006D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Hill Top (DH9).

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Hill Top (DH9).

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 Hill Top (DH9) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Hill Top (DH9).

- Highwynds Hill Top Road Hill Top Dipton Stanley DH9 9HX
1.5 storey side extension, 2no. dormer windows and replacement gable feature to front and replacement garage side extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2025-10-16
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- 47 Lily Gardens Dipton Stanley DH9 9BQ
Single storey side extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2024-06-26
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A brief summary of Hill Top (DH9) in County Durham

Hill Top (DH9) is a settlement located in County Durham, England.

Property prices in Hill Top (DH9) show an average sale price of £118,905, 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 Hill Top (DH9) a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Hill Top (DH9) includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Hill Top (DH9)

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Hill Top (DH9). Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Hill Top (DH9) may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 49 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Hill Top (DH9) were full planning applications (7). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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