How long do planning decisions take near Pittington?

The average planning decision time near Pittington is 30 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 Pittington?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Pittington?

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

How can I track planning applications near Pittington?

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Pittington, County Durham Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Pittington, County Durham.

County Durham · England · settlement

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

About Pittington

Pittington is a village and civil parish located in County Durham, England, just a few miles north-east of Durham city. As of the 2011 census, it has a population of 2,534 residents, making it a small yet vibrant community that may be of interest for various planning applications in the area.

Population: 1,517 (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: Easington
LSOA: County Durham 034B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Pittington.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Pittington based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Pittington.

- Locherbie High Pittington Durham DH6 1AT
Two storey side extension, single storey front porch extension, rear garage extension, replacement front boundary fence/piers, render to house and extensions and new windows
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2026-03-02
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A brief summary of Pittington in County Durham

Property prices in Pittington 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 Pittington a particularly low-crime area.

Pittington has one conservation area within its boundaries: Pittington Hallgarth. 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 Pittington includes 3 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): High Moorsley SSSI, Pittington Hill SSSI, Moorsley Banks 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 Pittington

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Pittington. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 30 days.

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

The average decision time of 30 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Pittington were tree works (4), full planning applications (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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