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Planning in Tanfield

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

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

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Around Tanfield

Postcode districts

DH9 73 applications in the last 12 monthsNE16 135 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 Tanfield

Tanfield is a village located in the County Durham district, now part of the parish of Stanley. Historically a mining village, it is home to notable landmarks such as the Tanfield Railway, Causey Arch, and Tanfield School, making it a significant area for heritage and community planning applications. Its proximity to Stanley enhances its appeal for development and local infrastructure projects.

Property prices in Tanfield show an average sale price of £118,905, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Tanfield 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 Tanfield a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Tanfield 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 Tanfield, 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, 8 planning applications were submitted near Tanfield.

The most common types were full planning applications (2), outline applications (1), advertising consent (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Tanfield?
In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Tanfield.
What types of planning applications are most common near Tanfield?
The most common type of planning application near Tanfield is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Tanfield?
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