Walworth Gate, County Durham Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Walworth Gate, County Durham.
County Durham · England · settlement
About Walworth Gate
Walworth Gate is a quaint hamlet located in the borough of Darlington, County Durham, approximately 2 miles northwest of Darlington's edge. This crossroads village, part of the civil parish of Walworth, is known for local landmark New Moor Farm, a popular ice cream producer. The name "Walworth Gate" has Saxon origins, reflecting the area's historical ties to Welsh-speaking Britons.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £152,330 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Darlington
- Parliamentary constituency: Stockton West
- LSOA: Darlington 015B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Walworth Gate.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Walworth Gate.
- 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 Walworth Gate based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
2 planning applications found near Walworth Gate.
- - Cowfold Farm Walworth Gate Darlington DL2 2TZ
Prior approval for the erection of an agricultural storage building for the storage of hay (agricultural determination)
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Darlington | Date: 2024-07-12
View full details - - Cowfold Farm Walworth Gate Darlington DL2 2TZ
Determination as to whether prior approval is required for the demolition of a single storey hay barn
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Darlington | Date: 2024-06-12
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A brief summary of Walworth Gate in County Durham
Walworth Gate is a quaint hamlet located in the borough of Darlington, County Durham, approximately 2 miles northwest of Darlington's edge. This crossroads village, part of the civil parish of Walworth, is known for local landmark New Moor Farm, a popular ice cream producer. The name "Walworth Gate" has Saxon origins, reflecting the area's historical ties to Welsh-speaking Britons.
Property prices in Walworth Gate show an average sale price of £152,330, 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 Walworth Gate a particularly low-crime area.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Walworth Gate 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 Walworth Gate
In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Walworth Gate. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 47 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Walworth Gate may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 47 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Walworth Gate were other applications (3), outline applications (1), telecoms (1).
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
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