How long do planning decisions take near Whinfield?

The average planning decision time near Whinfield is 3 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 Whinfield?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Whinfield?

The most common type of planning application near Whinfield is discharge of conditions, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Whinfield?

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Whinfield, County Durham Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Whinfield, County Durham.

County Durham · England · settlement

Planning applications in Whinfield are administered by Darlington Borough Council. View the full Darlington Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Whinfield

Whinfield is a suburban area located to the north of Darlington, within the Borough of Darlington in County Durham, England. This residential community may be of interest to those researching planning applications, as it is part of an evolving urban landscape.

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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: Darlington
LSOA: Darlington 004B

Crime Statistics

59 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

anti-social-behaviour: 18
violent-crime: 16
burglary: 5
criminal-damage-arson: 4
public-order: 4
shoplifting: 4
robbery: 2
vehicle-crime: 2
drugs: 1
other-theft: 1
possession-of-weapons: 1
other-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Whinfield.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Whinfield based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

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A brief summary of Whinfield in County Durham

Property prices in Whinfield show an average sale price of £152,330, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The Whinfield area recorded 59 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.

Whinfield has one conservation area within its boundaries: Haughton-le-Skerne. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

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Planning Activity in Whinfield

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Whinfield. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 3 days.

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

The average decision time of 3 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Whinfield were discharge of conditions (1).

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