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Planning in Hobson

Only 4 decisions near Hobson in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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Around Hobson

Postcode districts

NE16 135 applications in the last 12 monthsDH9 73 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 Hobson

Hobson is a village located in County Durham, England, positioned south of Burnopfield and north of Stanley and Annfield Plain. Its strategic location makes it a point of interest for planning applications in the region, reflecting the area's potential for development and community growth. It sits within the County Durham district.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Hobson 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 Hobson, 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, 12 planning applications were submitted near Hobson.

The most common types were full planning applications (5), discharge of conditions (1), advertising consent (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Hobson?
In the last 24 months, 12 planning applications were submitted near Hobson.
What types of planning applications are most common near Hobson?
The most common type of planning application near Hobson is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Hobson?
You can search and track planning applications near Hobson on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.