How long do planning decisions take near Middridge?

The average planning decision time near Middridge 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 Middridge?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Middridge?

The most common type of planning application near Middridge is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Middridge?

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Middridge, County Durham Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Middridge, County Durham.

County Durham · England · settlement

Planning applications in Middridge are administered by Darlington Borough Council. View the full Darlington Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Middridge

Middridge is a small village and civil parish located in County Durham, England, just east of Shildon and northwest of Newton Aycliffe. With a population of 312 as of 2011, the village features a historic quarry and a local pub, the Bay Horse, offering community amenities. For those researching planning applications in the area, Middridge presents a blend of rural charm and local heritage.

Population: 414 (2021)

District: County Durham

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Area Information

Admin district: County Durham
Parliamentary constituency: Newton Aycliffe and Spennymoor
LSOA: County Durham 062A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Middridge.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Middridge based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Middridge.

DM/26/01490/TCA - Middridge Village Hall Walkers Lane Middridge DL5 7JN
1 - Willow - Remove x2 broken limbs from the crown 2 - Cherry - Remove x3 dead limbs 3 - x2 Sycamore - Crown lift to 3m and clear the building by 2m
Status: Undecided | Council: Durham | Date: 2026-06-11
DM/26/01260/TCA - The Ducks Northside Middridge DL5 7JF
T63 - Elm - Crown lift 1.2m T68 - Oak - Remove the secondary stem at the base T71 - Willow - Remove broken limb
Status: Undecided | Council: Durham | Date: 2026-05-12
- 16 Northside Close Middridge Newton Aycliffe DL5 7JS
Demolition of existing conservatory and erection of a sunroom to rear
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2026-03-02
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A brief summary of Middridge in County Durham

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Middridge a particularly low-crime area.

Middridge has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Middridge, Windlestone. 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 Middridge includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Middridge Quarry SSSI. 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 Middridge

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Middridge. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

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

The average decision time of 53 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Middridge were full planning applications (4), tree works (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 5 smaller schemes were submitted.

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