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49 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Western Hill · updated daily · Durham County Council

Planning in Western Hill

Approved
90%
62 of 64 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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Around Western Hill

Postcode districts

DH1 443 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Durham County Council

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About Western Hill

Western Hill, located in County Durham, is an area that showcases a blend of residential and recreational spaces, making it an attractive location for potential development. Known for its community-oriented environment, Western Hill is situated close to key amenities and transport links, providing easy access to nearby towns and cities. The area features green spaces and parks, contributing to its appeal as a desirable place for both living and investment.

Property prices in Western Hill show an average sale price of £184,444, 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 Western Hill a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Western Hill has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Western Hill 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 Western Hill, 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, 218 planning applications were submitted near Western Hill. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (40), tree works (31), listed building and heritage (22).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Western Hill?
In the last 24 months, 218 planning applications were submitted near Western Hill. The approval rate is 90%.
How long do planning decisions take near Western Hill?
The average planning decision time near Western Hill is 60 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 Western Hill?
The planning approval rate near Western Hill is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Western Hill?
The most common type of planning application near Western Hill is full planning applications, with 40 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Western Hill?
You can search and track planning applications near Western Hill on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.