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Planning in Lartington

Approved
88%
14 of 16 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Lartington

Lartington is a quaint village and civil parish located approximately 2 miles west of Barnard Castle in Teesdale, County Durham. Nestled in the scenic Pennines, it has a small community with a population of 135, based on the 2011 Census, making it an area of interest for planning applications focused on rural development and local amenities. The settlement has a population of approximately 130 (2021 estimate). It sits within the County Durham district.

Property prices in Lartington show an average sale price of £257,761, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Lartington 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 Lartington a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Lartington has 10 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Lartington 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 Lartington, 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, 24 planning applications were submitted near Lartington. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (8), discharge of conditions (6), tree works (4).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Lartington?
In the last 24 months, 24 planning applications were submitted near Lartington. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Lartington?
The average planning decision time near Lartington is 54 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 Lartington?
The planning approval rate near Lartington is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Lartington?
The most common type of planning application near Lartington is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Lartington?
You can search and track planning applications near Lartington on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.