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Planning in Townfield

Only 3 decisions near Townfield in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Townfield

Townfield is a village located in County Durham, England, approximately 10 miles (16 km) west of Consett and just south of Hunstanworth. As part of the Hunstanworth parish, it offers a unique rural setting that may be relevant for those exploring planning applications in the region.

Property prices in Townfield show an average sale price of £190,141, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Townfield 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 Townfield a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Townfield has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Townfield 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 Townfield, 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, 7 planning applications were submitted near Townfield.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (2), listed building and heritage (1), tree works (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Townfield?
In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Townfield.
What types of planning applications are most common near Townfield?
The most common type of planning application near Townfield is discharge of conditions, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Townfield?
You can search and track planning applications near Townfield on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.