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Planning in Hurworth Place

Approved
94%
29 of 30 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Hurworth Place in the last 24 months, from Darlington Borough Council's planning register.

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About Hurworth Place

Hurworth Place is a village located in County Durham, England, positioned south of Darlington along the northern bank of the River Tees. It is directly opposite Croft-on-Tees in North Yorkshire, with the two connected by the historic Croft Bridge, a Grade I listed structure dating back to the 14th century that delineates the county boundary. The village is part of the civil parish of Hurworth, making it an area of interest for planning applications and community development. It sits within the Hurworth district.

Property prices in Hurworth Place show an average sale price of £169,943, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Hurworth Place 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 Hurworth Place a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Hurworth Place has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Hurworth Place 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 Hurworth Place, 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, 46 planning applications were submitted near Hurworth Place. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 40 days.

The most common types were tree works (6), full planning applications (4), telecoms (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Hurworth Place?
In the last 24 months, 46 planning applications were submitted near Hurworth Place. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near Hurworth Place?
The average planning decision time near Hurworth Place is 40 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 Hurworth Place?
The planning approval rate near Hurworth Place is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Hurworth Place?
The most common type of planning application near Hurworth Place is tree works applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Hurworth Place?
You can search and track planning applications near Hurworth Place on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.