How long do planning decisions take near Horden?

The average planning decision time near Horden is 53 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 Horden?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Horden?

The most common type of planning application near Horden is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Horden?

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Horden, County Durham Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Horden, County Durham.

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About Horden

Horden is a coastal village and electoral ward in County Durham, located east of Peterlee and about 12 miles south of Sunderland. Once a thriving mining community, it transitioned after the Horden Colliery closed in 1987. Key features of the area include the Welfare and Memorial Parks, St Mary's Church, and a notable rail viaduct connecting it to nearby Blackhall Colliery. The village is bordered to the north by Horden Dene, which separates it from Easington Colliery, making it an area of interest for potential planning applications and developments.

Population: 7,203 (2021)

District: County Durham

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £121,231 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: County Durham
Parliamentary constituency: Easington
LSOA: County Durham 037D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Horden.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Horden based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Horden.

- Oswald Buildings Eden Street Horden Peterlee SR8 4DJ
Conversion of part of Oswald Buildings to provide two storey dwelling.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2025-09-23
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A brief summary of Horden in County Durham

Property prices in Horden show an average sale price of £121,231, 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 Horden a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Horden includes 3 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Yoden Village Quarry SSSI, Castle Eden Dene SSSI, Durham Coast SSSI; 4 Ancient Woodland sites; 12 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Castle Eden Dene, Durham Coast. 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 Horden

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Horden. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

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

The average decision time of 53 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Horden were full planning applications (4), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 80% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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