Westgate, County Durham Planning Applications
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Planning data sourced from County Durham council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months
1 Sycamore - Crown lift to 1m above the toilet block and remove the Ash sapling and the Sycamore re-gen to ground level 15 Ash - Fell as close to current ground level as practical 19 Ash - Long term it would be beneficial to crown reduce this tree or consider its removal in the future 23 Ash - Reduce the overhanging limb on the camping site by 4-5m H1 Leylandii hedge - Trim the top and both sides to tidy 2 Sycamore - Crown lift to 4m and remove the epicormic growth 4 Ash - Remove the regrowth to stump level 8 Beech - Crown lift to 4m 12 Beech - Crown lift to 4m 14 Beech - Monitor condition annually and crown lift to 4m 16 Beech - Crown lift to 4m 18 Beech - Monitor condition annually and crown lift to 4m 19 Beech - Crown lift to 4m 21 Beech - Crown lift to 4m 25 Sycamore - Prune to clear the building by 2m Section 211 notice
7. Ash - prune to clear the adjacent building by 2m, 8. Willow - pollard leaving the stem at 1.5m in height - Section 211 notice
Discharge of Condition 3 pursuant to planning permission DM/24/03005/FPA
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About Westgate - Planning Applications & Local Development
Westgate is a village located in the civil parish of Stanhope, County Durham, nestled in the scenic Weardale area between St John's Chapel and Eastgate. With a population of 298 as of the 2001 census, the village serves as a gateway to Slitt Wood and features an abandoned lead mine, alongside amenities such as a caravan site and sports facilities, including a football and basketball court. This blend of natural beauty and recreational options makes Westgate a notable area for planning applications. The other has a population of approximately 298. It sits within the Stanhope district.
Property prices in Westgate show an average sale price of £133,820, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Westgate 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 Westgate a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Westgate has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Westgate 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.
To comment on or object to a planning application near Westgate, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.