Sheep Hill, County Durham Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Sheep Hill, County Durham.
County Durham · England · settlement
Planning applications in Sheep Hill are administered by Darlington Borough Council. View the full Darlington Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Sheep Hill
Burnopfield is a village in County Durham, England, nestled near the River Derwent and standing 564 feet above sea level. With a population of approximately 4,553, it lies seven miles from Newcastle upon Tyne and 15 miles from Durham, making it a strategically positioned area for planning applications and development opportunities.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £256,499 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: County Durham
- Parliamentary constituency: Blaydon and Consett
- LSOA: County Durham 001A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Sheep Hill.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Sheep Hill.
- 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 Sheep Hill based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
36 planning applications found near Sheep Hill.
- - 1 Bryans Leap Burnopfield Newcastle Upon Tyne NE16 6BL
Erection of single storey extension to north
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2026-05-20
View full details - - Wolfee The Fold Burnopfield Newcastle Upon Tyne NE16 6AQ
1T - cherry - Crown lift for 1m clearance on powerlines. 5T - cherry - Reduce tip growth only on primary limb to south west by 2m to reduce load on union. 8T - lawson cypress - reduce height by 2m, 9T
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Durham | Date: 2025-06-16
View full details - - 1 The Larches Burnopfield Newcastle Upon Tyne NE16 6NG
Trim over-hanging trees at end of driveway - Section 211 notice
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Durham | Date: 2025-02-17
View full details - - 54 Bryans Leap Burnopfield Newcastle Upon Tyne NE16 6BP
Demolition of existing garage and porch. Construction of new two storey extension to the side and front. Construction of new rear single storey extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2024-12-16
View full details - - 41 Bryans Leap Burnopfield Newcastle Upon Tyne NE16 6BW
Single storey side extension and porch to front
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2024-08-02
View full details - - 86 Oakfields Burnopfield Newcastle Upon Tyne NE16 6PQ
Two storey side extension, creation of three parking spaces to front of property.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2024-07-05
View full details - - Fairhaven Bryans Leap Burnopfield Newcastle Upon Tyne NE16 6HQ
Beech (G1) - crown lift to 5-7m - (TPO - DER-156)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Durham | Date: 2024-01-29
View full details - - 73 Bryans Leap Burnopfield County Durham NE16 6BS
Single storey front extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2022-05-20
View full details - - Sandy View Buildings Front Street Burnopfield Newcastle Upon Tyne NE16 6PU
Removal of small diameter trees planted close to boundary wall.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Durham | Date: 2022-03-21
View full details - - 65 Bryans Leap Burnopfield Newcastle Upon Tyne NE16 6BP
First floor extension above existing garage, single storey rear extension, two storey front extension incorporating a porch and canopy roof to front (Resubmission) Repositioning of 1.8 metre high boun
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2020-06-10
View full details - - 65 Bryans Leap Burnopfield Newcastle Upon Tyne NE16 6BP
Two storey front and side extension, single storey rear extension and front canopy roof
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2020-03-30
View full details - - 59 Bryans Leap Burnopfield Newcastle Upon Tyne NE16 6BP
Erection of single storey front extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2015-05-13
View full details - - 76 Bryans Leap Burnopfield Newcastle Upon Tyne NE16 6BS
Erection of first floor extension to side over existing flat roof and erection of pitched roof over existing flat roof garage.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2014-10-27
View full details - - 21 Front Street Burnopfield Durham Ne16 6px
Erection of single storey extension to rear of dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2013-01-09
View full details - - Willow Cottage 5 Bryans Leap Burnopfield Newcastle Upon Tyne NE16 6BL
Discharge of conditions, approval 1/2011/0410, erection of dormer bungalow
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Durham | Date: 2011-12-05
View full details - - Willow Cottage 5 Bryans Leap Burnopfield Newcastle Upon Tyne NE16 6BL
Erection of detached dormer bungalow
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2011-08-11
View full details - - Sandy View Buildings Front Street Burnopfield Durham Ne16 6pu
Advertisement consent for the erection of one illuminated fascia sign and one free standing sign
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: Durham | Date: 2010-12-14
View full details - - Sandy View Buildings Front Street Burnopfield Durham Ne16 6pu
Refurbishment of existing office accommodation for continued use as an office building for chris quigley education ltd. Refurbishment externally to include removal of roller shutters, replacement of w
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2010-07-07
View full details - - 69 Bryans Leap Burnopfield Newcastle Upon Tyne Ne16 6bs
Erection of single storey front and rear extensions, two storey side extension and pitched roof to existing garage
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2010-05-26
View full details - - 36 Bryans Leap Burnopfield Durham Ne16 6bw
Erection of single storey side extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2008-02-08
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A brief summary of Sheep Hill in County Durham
Burnopfield is a village in County Durham, England, nestled near the River Derwent and standing 564 feet above sea level. With a population of approximately 4,553, it lies seven miles from Newcastle upon Tyne and 15 miles from Durham, making it a strategically positioned area for planning applications and development opportunities.
Property prices in Sheep Hill show an average sale price of £256,499, 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 Sheep Hill a particularly low-crime area.
Sheep Hill has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Burnopfield, No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Sheep Hill includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Gibside SSSI; 20 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Sheep Hill
In the last 24 months, 23 planning applications were submitted near Sheep Hill. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Sheep Hill may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 53 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Sheep Hill were full planning applications (10), tree works (8), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 43% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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