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Planning in Medomsley

Approved
94%
17 of 17 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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Around Medomsley

Postcode districts

DH8 194 applications in the last 12 monthsDH9 73 applications in the last 12 monthsNE17 14 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 Medomsley

Medomsley is a village located in County Durham, England, approximately 2 miles northeast of Consett and 1.5 miles south of Hamsterley. It lies just 1 mile southeast of Ebchester along the B6309, with Leadgate situated an additional mile to the southeast. This strategic position makes Medomsley relevant for planning applications in the surrounding area, providing access to nearby towns and amenities.

Property prices in Medomsley show an average sale price of £190,141, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Medomsley 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 Medomsley a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Medomsley 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 Medomsley, 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, 28 planning applications were submitted near Medomsley. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (13), tree works (12), outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Medomsley?
In the last 24 months, 28 planning applications were submitted near Medomsley. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near Medomsley?
The average planning decision time near Medomsley is 53 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 Medomsley?
The planning approval rate near Medomsley is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Medomsley?
The most common type of planning application near Medomsley is full planning applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Medomsley?
You can search and track planning applications near Medomsley on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.