How long do planning decisions take near Newbiggin (DH7)?

The average planning decision time near Newbiggin (DH7) is 93 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 Newbiggin (DH7)?

The planning approval rate near Newbiggin (DH7) is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Newbiggin (DH7)?

The most common type of planning application near Newbiggin (DH7) is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Newbiggin (DH7)?

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Newbiggin (DH7), County Durham Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Newbiggin (DH7), County Durham.

County Durham · England · settlement

Planning applications in Newbiggin (DH7) are administered by Darlington Borough Council. View the full Darlington Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

Population: 130 (2021)

District: County Durham

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £197,794 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: County Durham
Parliamentary constituency: City of Durham
LSOA: County Durham 038B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Newbiggin (DH7).

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Newbiggin (DH7).

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 Newbiggin (DH7) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Newbiggin (DH7) in County Durham

Newbiggin (DH7) is a settlement located in County Durham, England. The settlement has a population of approximately 130 (2021 estimate). It sits within the County Durham district.

Property prices in Newbiggin (DH7) show an average sale price of £197,794, 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 Newbiggin (DH7) a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Newbiggin (DH7)

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Newbiggin (DH7). Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 93 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Newbiggin (DH7) may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

With an average of 93 days, decisions near Newbiggin (DH7) take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Newbiggin (DH7) were full planning applications (1). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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