Search West Pelton planning applications
280 applications on record · within 1 km of the centre of West Pelton · updated daily · Durham County Council
Only 1 application in the last 90 days, so this shows every one we hold.
- Stable Block Papermill Cottages Mount Escob Farm Birtley DH9 0SAAwaiting decisionPart change of use of an existing stables/storage outbuilding to a dwellinghouse (Use Class C3) together with demolition and replacement of an existing vehicle/general storage and field shelter buildingReceived 16 Sep 2026DC/26/00691/FUL
- 58 Edenfield West Pelton Stanley DH9 6SSAwaiting decisionRetention of rendered boundary wallReceived 3 Jul 2026DM/26/01630/FPA
- Land To The East Of New Road Beamish Stanley DH9 6RSAwaiting decisionProposed demolition of existing kennel, demolition of 5 existing storage buildings and erection of single building to be used for storage.Full Planning ApplicationReceived 18 Jun 2026DM/26/01570/FPA
- Papermill Cottages Mount Escob Farm Birtley DH9 0SAApprovedAdjustments to doors and windows of application DC/23/00021/HHA for a Single Storey Living Room ExtensionHouseholder Non-Material AmendmentReceived 3 Jun 2026Decided 28 Jul 2026DC/26/00434/HNMA
- Woodland Mews 26A Station Road Beamish Stanley DH9 0QUAwaiting decisionConservatory to the frontFull Planning ApplicationReceived 13 Aug 2025DM/25/02231/FPA
Planning in West Pelton
Only 3 decisions near West Pelton in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.
Applications within 1 km of the centre of West Pelton in the last 24 months, from Durham County Council's planning register.
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Around West Pelton
Postcode districts
DH9 73 applications in the last 12 monthsDH2 53 applications in the last 12 months
Applications in each district in the last 12 months.
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Planning authority: Durham County Council
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About West Pelton
West Pelton, a village in County Durham, is situated approximately two miles northwest of Chester-le-Street and boasts a population of around 8,250. The village features a community centre built in 2012, a public house, and a variety of convenience stores, including a Co-op, as well as essential services such as a Post Office, pharmacy, and medical facilities. Local amenities include two parks and a primary school, while public transport is well-served with bus links to nearby towns like Stanley, Sunderland, and Newcastle upon Tyne, making it a vibrant area for potential planning applications. Pelton falls under the governance of Pelton Parish Council, ensuring community engagement in local development initiatives.
Property prices in West Pelton show an average sale price of £187,833, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the West Pelton 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 West Pelton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around West Pelton has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, West Pelton 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 West Pelton, 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, 11 planning applications were submitted near West Pelton.
The most common types were full planning applications (3), amendments (2), discharge of conditions (1).