Nettlesworth, County Durham Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Nettlesworth, County Durham.
County Durham · England · settlement
Planning applications in Nettlesworth are administered by Darlington Borough Council. View the full Darlington Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Nettlesworth
Nettlesworth is a quaint village in County Durham, located south of Chester-le-Street and adjacent to the historic mining village of Kimblesworth. With a population of 899 as of the 2021 census, it features essential amenities such as Nettlesworth Primary School. While the village once housed The Black Bull Public House, which closed and was demolished in 2009, residents now travel to the nearby Red Lion for social gatherings.
District: Kimblesworth and Plawsworth
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £168,395 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: County Durham
- Parliamentary constituency: North Durham
- LSOA: County Durham 005B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Nettlesworth.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Nettlesworth.
- 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 Nettlesworth based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
5 planning applications found near Nettlesworth.
- - 12 Tanmeads Nettlesworth Chester-le-Street DH2 3PY
Garage conversion to utility and music room incorporating pitch roof and creation of canopy to front elevation
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2025-12-19
View full details - - 32 Tanmeads Nettlesworth Chester-le-Street DH2 3PY
Conservatory to side elevation
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2025-08-07
View full details - - Kimblesworth Nursing Home Elm Crescent Kimblesworth Chester-le-street DH2 3QJ
Non-material amendment pursuant to planning permission DM/24/01053/VOC for colour change of east dormer cladding, fenestration location, substitution of 2no. large ASHP to 3no. smaller ASHP and replac
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Durham | Date: 2024-08-16
View full details - - Kimblesworth Nursing Home Elm Crescent Kimblesworth Chester-le-street DH2 3QJ
Discharge of Conditions 3 (Remediation Strategy), 4 (Coal Investigation) and 5 (Coal Statement) pursuant to planning permission DM/24/01053/VOC
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Durham | Date: 2024-05-10
View full details - - Kimblesworth Nursing Home Elm Crescent Kimblesworth Chester-le-street DH2 3QJ
Variation of Condition 2 (Approved Plans) of approval DM/23/01528/FPA to reduce scope of scheme; west extension and associated retaining wall to be omitted, minor internal alterations proposed and exi
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Durham | Date: 2024-04-19
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A brief summary of Nettlesworth in County Durham
Nettlesworth is a quaint village in County Durham, located south of Chester-le-Street and adjacent to the historic mining village of Kimblesworth. With a population of 899 as of the 2021 census, it features essential amenities such as Nettlesworth Primary School. While the village once housed The Black Bull Public House, which closed and was demolished in 2009, residents now travel to the nearby Red Lion for social gatherings. It sits within the Kimblesworth and Plawsworth district.
Property prices in Nettlesworth show an average sale price of £168,395, 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 Nettlesworth a particularly low-crime area.
Nettlesworth has one conservation area within its boundaries: Plawsworth. 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 Nettlesworth includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Waldridge Fell SSSI; 2 Ancient Woodland sites. 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, Nettlesworth 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 Nettlesworth
In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Nettlesworth. 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 Nettlesworth 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 Nettlesworth were full planning applications (4), tree works (2), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.