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Planning in Middleton St George

Approved
92%
33 of 35 decided
Decision time
about 5 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Middleton St George in the last 24 months, from Darlington Borough Council's planning register.

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About Middleton St George

Middleton St George is a sizeable village and civil parish located in the borough of Darlington, County Durham, England. Positioned around 3.5 miles east of Darlington, it offers a blend of residential and rural settings, making it a notable area for planning applications related to housing and community development. The settlement has a population of approximately 5,167 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Darlington district.

Property prices in Middleton St George show an average sale price of £169,943, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Middleton St George 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 Middleton St George a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Middleton St George has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Middleton St George 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 Middleton St George, 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, 50 planning applications were submitted near Middleton St George. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 38 days.

The most common types were tree works (4), outline applications (2), discharge of conditions (2). 3 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Middleton St George?
In the last 24 months, 50 planning applications were submitted near Middleton St George. The approval rate is 92%.
How long do planning decisions take near Middleton St George?
The average planning decision time near Middleton St George is 38 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 Middleton St George?
The planning approval rate near Middleton St George is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Middleton St George?
The most common type of planning application near Middleton St George is tree works applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Middleton St George?
You can search and track planning applications near Middleton St George on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.