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Planning in Lumley Thicks

Only 3 decisions near Lumley Thicks in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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Around Lumley Thicks

Postcode districts

DH4 99 applications in the last 12 monthsDH3 137 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Durham County Council

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About Lumley Thicks

Lumley Thicks is a quaint village located in County Durham, England, nestled between Chester-le-Street and Houghton-le-Spring, just north of Great Lumley. Its strategic positioning makes it a noteworthy spot for potential planning applications and developments in the area.

Property prices in Lumley Thicks show an average sale price of £132,058, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Lumley Thicks 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 Lumley Thicks a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Lumley Thicks has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Lumley Thicks 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 Lumley Thicks, 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 Lumley Thicks.

The most common types were full planning applications (4), outline applications (4), discharge of conditions (1). 3 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Lumley Thicks?
In the last 24 months, 17 planning applications were submitted near Lumley Thicks.
What types of planning applications are most common near Lumley Thicks?
The most common type of planning application near Lumley Thicks is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Lumley Thicks?
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