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Planning in Newton Aycliffe

Only 7 decisions near Newton Aycliffe in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Newton Aycliffe in the last 24 months, from Durham County Council's planning register.

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About Newton Aycliffe

Newton Aycliffe, established in 1947 as the oldest new town in northern England, is located in County Durham, just 5 miles north of Darlington and 10 miles south of Durham. It encompasses the civil parish of Great Aycliffe, which includes Aycliffe Village and northern School Aycliffe. The town had a population of 26,415 according to the 2021 census, making it a significant area for planning and development opportunities.

Property prices in Newton Aycliffe show an average sale price of £175,191, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Newton Aycliffe 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 Newton Aycliffe a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Newton Aycliffe 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 Newton Aycliffe, 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, 40 planning applications were submitted near Newton Aycliffe.

The most common types were full planning applications (14), discharge of conditions (7), outline applications (4).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Newton Aycliffe?
In the last 24 months, 40 planning applications were submitted near Newton Aycliffe.
What types of planning applications are most common near Newton Aycliffe?
The most common type of planning application near Newton Aycliffe is full planning applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Newton Aycliffe?
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