How long do planning decisions take near Low Coniscliffe?

The average planning decision time near Low Coniscliffe is 17 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 Low Coniscliffe?

The planning approval rate near Low Coniscliffe is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Low Coniscliffe?

The most common type of planning application near Low Coniscliffe is outline applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Low Coniscliffe?

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Low Coniscliffe, County Durham Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Low Coniscliffe, County Durham.

County Durham · England · settlement

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

About Low Coniscliffe

Low Coniscliffe is a village located in the civil parish of Low Coniscliffe and Merrybent in County Durham, England, with a population of 716 as recorded in the 2011 Census. Situated just 3 miles west of Darlington, the village is bordered by the A1, A67, and the River Tees, while its historical boundaries likely extend beyond these modern confines. Notable features include a couple of listed buildings and the site of a medieval manor house, alongside the discovery of the rare fungus Rhodotus palmatus in the vicinity, making it a point of interest for potential planning applications.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £152,330 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Darlington
Parliamentary constituency: Stockton West
LSOA: Darlington 015D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Low Coniscliffe.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Low Coniscliffe.

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 Low Coniscliffe based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Low Coniscliffe.

- Old Hall Cottage Boathouse Lane Cleasby Darlington North Yorkshire DL2 2RA
Notification of Certified Location (CL) under the Caravan Sites and Control of Development Act 1960 (First schedule, Para 5). 5 pitch sites.
Status: Permitted | Council: Richmondshire | Date: 2025-12-02
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- Site To The North Of Fairview The Green Cleasby Darlington North Yorkshire DL2 2QZ
Discharge of Condition 10 Attached to Planning Permission 19/00644/FULL - A design for the condition has already been approved, however we are seeking to discharge a revised design
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Richmondshire | Date: 2024-01-25
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- Land North Of The Green Cleasby North Yorkshire
Outline Application with All Matters Reserved for Two Detached Dwellings
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Richmondshire | Date: 2023-11-15
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A brief summary of Low Coniscliffe in County Durham

Property prices in Low Coniscliffe show an average sale price of £152,330, 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 Low Coniscliffe a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Low Coniscliffe

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Low Coniscliffe. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 17 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Low Coniscliffe may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 17 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Low Coniscliffe were outline applications (1), discharge of conditions (1).

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