How long do planning decisions take near West Lea?

The average planning decision time near West Lea is 48 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 West Lea?

The planning approval rate near West Lea is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near West Lea?

The most common type of planning application near West Lea is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near West Lea?

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West Lea, County Durham Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near West Lea, County Durham.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £117,547 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: County Durham
Parliamentary constituency: Easington
LSOA: County Durham 018A

Crime Statistics

103 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

shoplifting: 32
violent-crime: 23
criminal-damage-arson: 19
anti-social-behaviour: 10
other-crime: 6
other-theft: 3
burglary: 2
drugs: 2
public-order: 2
vehicle-crime: 2
bicycle-theft: 1
possession-of-weapons: 1

Flood Warnings

1 active flood warning near West Lea.

[Flood alert] Tyne and Wear coast

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 West Lea based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near West Lea.

- 2 Winslow Crescent Seaham SR7 8JU
Single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Durham | Date: 2025-12-02
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- Westlea Primary School Winslow Crescent Seaham SR7 8JU
Prior Approval for the installation of solar panels on the roofs of Westlea Primary School, Seaham.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Durham | Date: 2025-10-10
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A brief summary of West Lea in County Durham

West Lea is a settlement located in County Durham, England.

Property prices in West Lea show an average sale price of £117,547, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The West Lea area recorded 103 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, West Lea 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 West Lea

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near West Lea. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near West Lea may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 48 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near West Lea were full planning applications (3), outline applications (3), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 38% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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