How long do planning decisions take near Little Thorpe?

The average planning decision time near Little Thorpe is 88 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 Little Thorpe?

The planning approval rate near Little Thorpe is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Little Thorpe?

The most common type of planning application near Little Thorpe is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Little Thorpe?

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Little Thorpe, County Durham Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Little Thorpe, County Durham.

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Planning applications in Little Thorpe are administered by Darlington Borough Council. View the full Darlington Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Little Thorpe

Little Thorpe is a charming hamlet located within the civil parish of Easington Village in County Durham, England. Nestled between the towns of Easington and Peterlee, it offers a unique rural setting that may be of interest for planning applications related to residential or community developments in the area.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £105,574 (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 2026-05.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Little Thorpe based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Little Thorpe.

DM/26/01416/FPA - 5 Highgrove Court Little Thorpe Peterlee SR8 3UU
Erection of detached sunroom in garden (retrospective)
Status: Undecided | Council: Durham | Date: 2026-06-04
- 5 Highgrove Court Little Thorpe Peterlee SR8 3UU
Erection of detached sunroom in garden (retrospective)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2026-06-03
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- Land To The East Of Highgrove Court Thorpe Road Little Thorpe SR8 3UU
Discharge of Condition 3 (Archaeology) pursuant to planning permission DM/15/02401/FPA.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Durham | Date: 2026-03-12
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- 4 Agricultural Houses Little Thorpe Peterlee SR8 3UD
Single storey rear extension measuring 4.7m in projection, overall height of 3.8m and height to the eaves of 3.3m
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Durham | Date: 2026-02-18
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A brief summary of Little Thorpe in County Durham

Property prices in Little Thorpe show an average sale price of £105,574, 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 Little Thorpe a particularly low-crime area.

Little Thorpe has one conservation area within its boundaries: Easington Village. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Little Thorpe includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Little Thorpe

In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Little Thorpe. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 88 days.

This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Little Thorpe maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.

The average decision period of 88 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 13 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Little Thorpe were full planning applications (5), discharge of conditions (5), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 36% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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