Search Waldridge planning applications

12 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Waldridge · updated daily · Durham County Council

Only 3 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 12 · received or decided in the last 12 months

22 Belsay Close Chester-le-street Chester-le-Street DH2 2TFAwaiting decisionThe erection of a single storey rear extension, which would extend beyond the rear wall of the original house by 4.5m, for which the maximum height would be 4m, and for which the height of the eaves would be 3m.Received 25 Sep 2026DM/26/02457/HPN
Rosemount House 1 Waldridge Road Chester-le-street DH2 3ABApprovedRemoval of Existing Detached Garage and Erection of New Detached Garage in its placeReceived 7 Sep 2026Decided 2 Nov 2026DM/26/02349/FPA
Brass Castle Farm Waldridge Chester-le-Street DH2 3SLAwaiting decisionSide extensionFull Planning ApplicationReceived 18 Aug 2026DM/26/02176/FPA
59 Warkworth Drive Chester-le-street Chester-le-Street DH2 3THAwaiting decisionSingle storey front and rear extensionsFull Planning ApplicationReceived 26 Jun 2026DM/26/01640/FPA
5 Lilburn Close Chester-le-street Chester-le-Street DH2 3TNAwaiting decisionSingle storey rear extensionReceived 24 Apr 2026DM/26/00982/FPA

Planning in Waldridge

Approved: 94%; 15 of 15 decided
Decision time: about 10 weeks; on average

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

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Around Waldridge

Postcode districts

DH2 53 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Nearby towns and villages

Planning authority: Durham County Council

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About Waldridge

Waldridge is a village located in County Durham, England, known for its picturesque moorland surroundings and a notable population increase from 215 in 2001 to 4,215 by the 2011 Census. Situated southwest of Chester-le-Street, it has historical roots dating back to the 1890s and was formerly recognized as Waldridge Colliery. The area is characterized by its natural drainage into the Cong Burn and South Burn, both of which contribute to the River Wear nearby, making it a significant point of interest for planning applications related to environmental and community development. The settlement has a population of approximately 3,867 (2021 estimate). It sits within the County Durham district.

Property prices in Waldridge show an average sale price of £187,833, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Waldridge a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Waldridge has 7 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Waldridge 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 Waldridge, 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, 27 planning applications were submitted near Waldridge. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 67 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (15), discharge of conditions (4), amendments (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Waldridge?

In the last 24 months, 27 planning applications were submitted near Waldridge. The approval rate is 94%.

How long do planning decisions take near Waldridge?

The average planning decision time near Waldridge is 67 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 Waldridge?

The planning approval rate near Waldridge is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Waldridge?

The most common type of planning application near Waldridge is full planning applications, with 15 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Waldridge?

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