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21 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Oak Tree · updated daily · Darlington Borough Council

Only 8 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 21 · received or decided in the last 12 months

Planning in Oak Tree

Approved
93%
26 of 27 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

Decided by Darlington Borough CouncilCouncil page

Around Oak Tree

Postcode districts

DL2 287 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Darlington Borough Council

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About Oak Tree

Oak Tree is a quaint village located in the borough of Darlington, County Durham, England, positioned between Darlington and Eaglescliffe, just north of the River Tees. The village features a public house and is conveniently near Teesside International Airport, making it an attractive location for potential planning applications in the area. It sits within the Middleton St George district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Oak Tree 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 Oak Tree 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, Oak Tree 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Oak Tree, 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, 38 planning applications were submitted near Oak Tree. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 40 days.

The most common types were tree works (4), discharge of conditions (3), telecoms (3). 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 Oak Tree?
In the last 24 months, 38 planning applications were submitted near Oak Tree. The approval rate is 93%.
How long do planning decisions take near Oak Tree?
The average planning decision time near Oak Tree is 40 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 Oak Tree?
The planning approval rate near Oak Tree is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Oak Tree?
The most common type of planning application near Oak Tree is tree works applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Oak Tree?
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