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Planning in Leadgate

Only 5 decisions near Leadgate in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Leadgate

Leadgate is a village located in County Durham, England, positioned to the north-east of Consett. The historic Roman road, Dere Street, traverses the village, currently known as Durham Road and the B6309, which may be relevant for planning applications and developments in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 3,338. It sits within the County Durham district.

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

The area around Leadgate has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Leadgate 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.leadgatevillage.org.uk.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Leadgate, 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, 17 planning applications were submitted near Leadgate.

The most common types were full planning applications (6), discharge of conditions (4), amendments (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Leadgate?
In the last 24 months, 17 planning applications were submitted near Leadgate.
What types of planning applications are most common near Leadgate?
The most common type of planning application near Leadgate is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Leadgate?
You can search and track planning applications near Leadgate on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.