How long do planning decisions take near Meadowfield?

The average planning decision time near Meadowfield is 81 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 Meadowfield?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Meadowfield?

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

How can I track planning applications near Meadowfield?

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Meadowfield, County Durham Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Meadowfield, County Durham.

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About Meadowfield

Meadowfield is a small village located in County Durham, England, roughly two miles southwest of Durham, along the A690. It falls within the civil parish of Brandon and Byshottles, making it an area of interest for local planning applications and developments.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £197,794 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: County Durham
Parliamentary constituency: City of Durham
LSOA: County Durham 033G

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Meadowfield.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Meadowfield based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Meadowfield.

- The Robins Browney Lane Browney Durham DH7 8HU
Variation of Condition 2 pursuant to planning permission DM/23/02834/FPA to alter windows, glazed entrance and single storey addition to rear and to install additional solar panels on main roof
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Durham | Date: 2026-03-17
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- Pragmatic Semiconductor Limited St Johns Road Meadowfield Industrial Estate Meadowfield Durham DH7 8RJ
New sprinkler tank, pump house, store and associated works.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2026-02-18
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- Harrison And Harrison St Johns Road Meadowfield Industrial Estate Meadowfield Durham DH7 8YH
Siting of 4 No. shipping containers (2 No. existing containers to be replaced) on extended hardsurfaced/tarmac area
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2026-01-28
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- Pragmatic Semiconductor Limited St Johns Road Meadowfield Industrial Estate Meadowfield Durham DH7 8RJ
Installation of three flues, an external store, a fresh air intake louvre, window, and two air cool chiller units (Retrospective)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2025-10-14
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- Unit 11 Innovation Court Meadowfield Durham DH7 8FA
Discharge of conditions 4 (drainage) 5 (greenhouse gas), 7 (cycle storage), 8 (electric vehicle charging) from planning permission DM/23/01814/FPA
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Durham | Date: 2024-06-26
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A brief summary of Meadowfield in County Durham

Property prices in Meadowfield show an average sale price of £197,794, 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 Meadowfield a particularly low-crime area.

Meadowfield has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Brandon, Brancepeth. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Meadowfield includes 3 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 Meadowfield

In the last 24 months, 12 planning applications were submitted near Meadowfield. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 81 days.

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

The average decision period of 81 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Meadowfield were full planning applications (5), discharge of conditions (3), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 42% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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