How long do planning decisions take near Wolviston?

The average planning decision time near Wolviston is 65 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 Wolviston?

The planning approval rate near Wolviston is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Wolviston?

The most common type of planning application near Wolviston is telecoms, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Wolviston?

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Wolviston, County Durham Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Wolviston, County Durham.

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About Wolviston

Wolviston is a quaint village and civil parish in the borough of Stockton-on-Tees, County Durham, with a population of 877 as recorded in the 2011 census. Nestled north of Billingham, the village boasts a variety of local businesses, including a florist, saddlery, and an international consultancy firm, alongside essential amenities like a post office and the Wellington Inn pub. With its traditional village green and charming duck pond, Wolviston presents a picturesque setting for potential planning applications in a community-oriented environment.

Population: 839 (2021)

District: Stockton-on-Tees

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £195,066 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Stockton-on-Tees
Parliamentary constituency: Stockton North
LSOA: Stockton-on-Tees 002A

Crime Statistics

119 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 47
anti-social-behaviour: 20
criminal-damage-arson: 13
burglary: 12
other-theft: 8
shoplifting: 7
vehicle-crime: 4
public-order: 3
other-crime: 2
possession-of-weapons: 1
robbery: 1
theft-from-the-person: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Wolviston.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Wolviston based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Wolviston.

- 3 Lax Terrace Wolviston Billingham TS22 5LE
Revised application for the erection of a single storey extension to rear and demolition of existing conservatory.
Status: Conditions | Council: Stockton-on-Tees | Date: 2025-02-26
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- 14 Goldsmith Close Billingham TS23 3GW
Section 73 to vary condition no3 (materials) of planning approval 23/1671/FUL - Erection of a single storey rear extension.
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Stockton-on-Tees | Date: 2024-05-01
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A brief summary of Wolviston in County Durham

Property prices in Wolviston show an average sale price of £195,066, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The Wolviston area recorded 119 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.

Wolviston has one conservation area within its boundaries: Wolviston. 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 Wolviston

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Wolviston. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 65 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Wolviston.

At 65 days on average, decisions near Wolviston slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Wolviston were telecoms (2), outline applications (1), amendments (1).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

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