Startforth, County Durham Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Startforth, County Durham.
County Durham · England · settlement
Planning applications in Startforth are administered by Darlington Borough Council. View the full Darlington Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Startforth
Startforth is a picturesque village located at the southern edge of Teesdale, in County Durham, England, with a population of 1,361 as recorded in the 2011 Census. Historically part of the North Riding of Yorkshire, the village became part of County Durham for administrative purposes on 1 April 1974, following the Local Government Act 1972. Its rich history and scenic surroundings make Startforth a noteworthy area for planning applications related to rural development and community projects.
Population: 1,391 (2021)
District: County Durham
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £257,761 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: County Durham
- Parliamentary constituency: Bishop Auckland
- LSOA: County Durham 067D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Startforth.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Startforth.
- 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 Startforth based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
13 planning applications found near Startforth.
- DM/26/01496/FPA - 5 Bridge End Barnard Castle DL12 9BE
Installation of an electric vehicle charging point to the rear of Bridgend House
Status: Undecided | Council: Durham | Date: 2026-06-12 - - 5 Bridge End Barnard Castle DL12 9BE
Installation of an electric vehicle charging point to the rear of Bridgend House
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2026-06-11
View full details - DM/26/01417/LB - 5 Bridge End Barnard Castle DL12 9BE
Installation of an EV charging point to rear of property
Status: Undecided | Council: Durham | Date: 2026-06-04 - DM/26/01270/FPA - Flat 4 Thorngate Mill Thorngate Barnard Castle DL12 8QD
Retrospective erection of greenhouse to rear patio
Status: Undecided | Council: Durham | Date: 2026-05-22 - - Flat 4 Thorngate Mill Thorngate Barnard Castle DL12 8QD
Retrospective erection of greenhouse to rear patio
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2026-05-18
View full details - - 11 Gill Lane Startforth Barnard Castle DL12 9AS
Single storey and garage extension to domestic dwelling
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2026-04-02
View full details - - HM Young Offenders Institution Deerbolt Bowes Road Startforth Barnard Castle DL12 9BG
Certificate of Lawfulness under Part 19 of the GPDO for the proposed installation of a substation and transformer unit
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Durham | Date: 2026-03-31
View full details - - 40A Horsemarket Barnard Castle DL12 8LX
Repaint exterior window frame and entrance door in a heritage-appropriate green colour. Install one aluminium sign above the entrance door and a smaller aluminium sign affixed directly to the door.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Durham | Date: 2026-03-16
View full details - - 40A Horsemarket Barnard Castle DL12 8LX
Installing one aluminium Diabond FR sign of the company logo above the entrance door and a smaller aluminium sign affixed to the door.
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: Durham | Date: 2026-03-16
View full details - - HM Young Offenders Institution Deerbolt Bowes Road Startforth Barnard Castle DL12 9BG
Installation of new security netting (7m AGL)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2026-01-26
View full details - - 11 The Bank Barnard Castle DL12 8PH
Resubmission of listed building consent for subdivision of existing upper floor apartment into two apartments, internal reconfiguration, installation of external stairs, associated external doors and
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Durham | Date: 2025-07-11
View full details - - 11 The Bank Barnard Castle DL12 8PH
Resubmission of subdivision of existing upper floor apartment into two apartments, internal reconfiguration, installation of external stairs, associated external doors and relocating downpipe
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2025-07-11
View full details - - Brampton Cottage 1A Flatts Road Barnard Castle DL12 8AB
First floor extension over existing sunroom.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2023-07-19
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A brief summary of Startforth in County Durham
Startforth is a picturesque village located at the southern edge of Teesdale, in County Durham, England, with a population of 1,361 as recorded in the 2011 Census. Historically part of the North Riding of Yorkshire, the village became part of County Durham for administrative purposes on 1 April 1974, following the Local Government Act 1972. Its rich history and scenic surroundings make Startforth a noteworthy area for planning applications related to rural development and community projects. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,391 (2021 estimate). It sits within the County Durham district.
Property prices in Startforth show an average sale price of £257,761, 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 Startforth a particularly low-crime area.
Startforth has one conservation area within its boundaries: Barnard Castle. 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 Startforth includes 6 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Startforth 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.
Planning Activity in Startforth
In the last 24 months, 44 planning applications were submitted near Startforth. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Startforth may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 50 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Startforth were full planning applications (16), listed building and heritage (7), tree works (6). Full planning applications account for 36% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.