How long do planning decisions take near Thorpe?

The average planning decision time near Thorpe is 54 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 Thorpe?

The planning approval rate near Thorpe is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Thorpe?

The most common type of planning application near Thorpe is outline applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Thorpe?

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Thorpe, County Durham Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Thorpe, County Durham.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £218,510 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: County Durham
Parliamentary constituency: Bishop Auckland
LSOA: County Durham 067B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Thorpe.

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 Thorpe based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Thorpe.

- The Glebe Wycliffe Barnard Castle DL12 9TU
Discharge of Condition 6 (HMMP Implementation) and Condition 7 (HMMP Completion) pursuant to DM/24/03229/FPA
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Durham | Date: 2026-02-06
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- Land To The South Of Thorpe Hall Wycliffe DL12 9TW
Prior Notification for conversion of agricultural building to dwelling under Class Q
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Durham | Date: 2024-05-17
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A brief summary of Thorpe in County Durham

Thorpe is a settlement located in County Durham, England.

Property prices in Thorpe show an average sale price of £218,510, 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 Thorpe a particularly low-crime area.

Thorpe has one conservation area within its boundaries: Whorlton. 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 Thorpe includes 3 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 Thorpe

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Thorpe. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Thorpe.

The average decision time of 54 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Thorpe were outline applications (1), discharge of conditions (1).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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