Middleton in Teesdale, County Durham Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Middleton in Teesdale, County Durham.
County Durham · England · settlement
Planning applications in Middleton in Teesdale are administered by Darlington Borough Council. View the full Darlington Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Middleton in Teesdale
Middleton-in-Teesdale is a charming market town and civil parish located in County Durham, England, nestled on the northern banks of the River Tees and surrounded by the scenic North Pennines. Situated between Eggleston and Newbiggin, it lies just a few miles northwest of Barnard Castle. As of the 2011 census, the town had a population of 1,137, making it a small yet vibrant community for those considering planning applications in the area.
Population: 1,085 (2021)
District: County Durham
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £257,761 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: County Durham
- Parliamentary constituency: Bishop Auckland
- LSOA: County Durham 067F
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Middleton in Teesdale.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Middleton in Teesdale.
- 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 Middleton in Teesdale based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
12 planning applications found near Middleton in Teesdale.
- - The Mill House 57 Market Place Middleton-in-teesdale Barnard Castle DL12 0QH
Installation of estate railings along the edge of the garden and Hude Beck, replacement of two bay windows to the front, and replacement of the timber verge on the eastern gable end of the house.
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Durham | Date: 2026-05-11
View full details - - Middleton-in-Teesdale Community Centre 9 - 12 Chapel Row Middleton-in-teesdale Barnard Castle DL12 0SN
Replacement shop front
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2026-01-05
View full details - - 25 - 26 Market Place Middleton-in-teesdale Barnard Castle DL12 0QA
Replacement of windows and doors within shop frontage.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2025-10-31
View full details - - Daleholme 12 Masterman Place Middleton-in-teesdale Barnard Castle DL12 0ST
T1 - Oak - Reduce by 2 - 3 Metres, T2 - Norway Maple - Reduce by 2 Metres, T3 - Rowan reduce by 1 Metre - Section 211 notice
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Durham | Date: 2025-10-22
View full details - - Land To The Rear Of 2 To 12 Town Head Middleton-in-Teesdale DL12 0RN
Variation of Conditions 2 (approved plans) and 3 (sample panels) for materials of the walls only pursuant to planning permission DM/23/01160/FPA for the erection of dwelling (demolition of garage)
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Durham | Date: 2025-08-08
View full details - - 1 - 2 Nelson Row Middleton-in-teesdale Barnard Castle DL12 0SR
Change of use from garage/workshop to dwelling with new boundary treatment and vehicular access
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2025-08-04
View full details - - Hudegate Farm Hudegate Middleton-in-Teesdale Barnard Castle DL12 0QR
Removal of existing and replacement new general purpose agricultural building for storage of agricultural machinery and equipment
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Durham | Date: 2023-07-31
View full details - - 4 Newtown Middleton-in-Teesdale Barnard Castle DL12 0TH
T1 Sycamore Tree - Crown lift to 6 metres to gain clearance over garage roof - TPO-TDC-3-1981
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Durham | Date: 2023-07-14
View full details - - Hudegate Farm Hudegate Middleton-in-Teesdale Barnard Castle DL12 0QR
Removal of existing and replacement new general purpose agricultural building for storage of agricultural machinery and equipment
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Durham | Date: 2023-06-09
View full details - - Land At Hudegate Farm Hudegate Middleton-in-Teesdale Barnard Castle DL12 0QR
Erection of 2 no. Shepherd's huts and ancillary cycle parking, waste storage, parking and landscaping (as amended).
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2021-11-22
View full details - - Hudegate West, Hudegate, Middleton-In-Teesdale,
First floor extension & internal alterations to dwelling to provide additional bedroom
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2009-07-27
View full details - - Hudeway, Stacks Lane, Middleton-In-Teesdale,
Change of use of outdoor centre to provide additional accommodation to existing attached dwelling along with single storey extensions & internal alterations
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2009-02-02
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A brief summary of Middleton in Teesdale in County Durham
Middleton-in-Teesdale is a charming market town and civil parish located in County Durham, England, nestled on the northern banks of the River Tees and surrounded by the scenic North Pennines. Situated between Eggleston and Newbiggin, it lies just a few miles northwest of Barnard Castle. As of the 2011 census, the town had a population of 1,137, making it a small yet vibrant community for those considering planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,085 (2021 estimate). It sits within the County Durham district.
Property prices in Middleton in Teesdale show an average sale price of £257,761, 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 Middleton in Teesdale a particularly low-crime area.
Middleton in Teesdale has one conservation area within its boundaries: Middleton-in-Teesdale. 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 Middleton in Teesdale includes 4 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Middle Side & Stonygill Meadows SSSI, Middleton Quarry SSSI, Teesdale Allotments SSSI and 1 more; 2 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): North Pennines; 3 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Moor House-Upper Teesdale, North Pennine Dales Meadows; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): North Pennine Moors. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Middleton in Teesdale 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.
Planning Activity in Middleton in Teesdale
In the last 24 months, 13 planning applications were submitted near Middleton in Teesdale. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 77 days.
This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Middleton in Teesdale.
The average decision period of 77 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Middleton in Teesdale were full planning applications (7), outline applications (2), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 54% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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