Skip to content

Planning in Preston-on-Tees

Approved
95%
21 of 22 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Preston-on-Tees in the last 24 months, from Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council's planning register.

Decided by Stockton-on-Tees Borough CouncilCouncil page

Around Preston-on-Tees

Postcode districts

TS17 153 applications in the last 12 monthsTS18 163 applications in the last 12 monthsTS16 110 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council

For home projects and trades

About Preston-on-Tees

Preston-on-Tees, commonly known as Preston, is a village and civil parish situated within the borough of Stockton-on-Tees in County Durham, England. With a population of 1,689 as recorded in the 2011 census, the area features notable landmarks such as Preston Hall and a public park, making it a point of interest for planning applications and local development initiatives. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,743 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Stockton-on-Tees district.

Property prices in Preston-on-Tees show an average sale price of £171,181, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Preston-on-Tees 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 Preston-on-Tees a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Preston-on-Tees has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Preston-on-Tees 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.

Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Preston-on-Tees, 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, 28 planning applications were submitted near Preston-on-Tees. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 days.

The most common types were telecoms (4), discharge of conditions (3), full planning applications (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Preston-on-Tees?
In the last 24 months, 28 planning applications were submitted near Preston-on-Tees. The approval rate is 95%.
How long do planning decisions take near Preston-on-Tees?
The average planning decision time near Preston-on-Tees is 49 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 Preston-on-Tees?
The planning approval rate near Preston-on-Tees is 95%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Preston-on-Tees?
The most common type of planning application near Preston-on-Tees is telecoms, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Preston-on-Tees?
You can search and track planning applications near Preston-on-Tees on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.