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Planning in Hunstanworth

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

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

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About Hunstanworth

Hunstanworth is a quaint village located in County Durham, England, approximately 10 miles west of Consett and to the south-west of Blanchland. As of the 2011 Census, it had a small population of 116 residents, making it a tight-knit community that may be of interest to those researching local planning applications and development opportunities in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 106 (2021 estimate). It sits within the County Durham district.

Property prices in Hunstanworth show an average sale price of £190,141, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Hunstanworth 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 Hunstanworth a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Hunstanworth has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Hunstanworth, 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, 8 planning applications were submitted near Hunstanworth.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (2), listed building and heritage (1), tree works (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Hunstanworth?
In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Hunstanworth.
What types of planning applications are most common near Hunstanworth?
The most common type of planning application near Hunstanworth is discharge of conditions, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Hunstanworth?
You can search and track planning applications near Hunstanworth on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.