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Planning in Plawsworth

Only 8 decisions near Plawsworth in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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Postcode districts

DH2 53 applications in the last 12 monthsDH3 137 applications in the last 12 monthsDH1 443 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Durham County Council

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About Plawsworth

Plawsworth is a village located in County Durham, now part of the parish of Kimblesworth and Plawsworth. Situated just east of Sacriston along the A167, which connects Durham and Chester-le-Street, Plawsworth had a population of 1,570 in 1961. This area offers a blend of rural charm and accessibility, making it a noteworthy consideration for planning applications. It sits within the Kimblesworth and Plawsworth district.

Property prices in Plawsworth show an average sale price of £187,833, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Plawsworth 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 Plawsworth a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Plawsworth has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Plawsworth 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 Plawsworth, 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, 14 planning applications were submitted near Plawsworth.

The most common types were full planning applications (5), tree works (3), listed building and heritage (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Plawsworth?
In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Plawsworth.
What types of planning applications are most common near Plawsworth?
The most common type of planning application near Plawsworth is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Plawsworth?
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