How long do planning decisions take near Winston?

The average planning decision time near Winston is 72 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 Winston?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Winston?

The most common type of planning application near Winston is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Winston?

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Winston, County Durham Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Winston, County Durham.

County Durham · England · settlement

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About Winston

Winston is a village and civil parish located in County Durham, England, approximately 6 miles east of Barnard Castle. Positioned at the crossroads of the A67 and B6274 roads, it serves as a central point for the surrounding area. As of the 2011 UK Census, Winston had a population of 431 and includes the hamlets of Little Newsham and South Cleatlam, making it a noteworthy location for planning applications in the region.

Population: 396 (2021)

District: County Durham

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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: Stockton West
LSOA: Darlington 015B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Winston.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Winston based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Winston.

- 6 Town Farm Close Winston Darlington DL2 3RZ
Replace all windows (Proposed) and doors (Part retrospective)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Durham | Date: 2024-06-21
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A brief summary of Winston in County Durham

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

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Winston a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Winston includes 5 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Winston

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Winston. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 72 days.

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

The average decision period of 72 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Winston were full planning applications (2), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 67% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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